As a foodie, I've been exploring ways to stay in shape while having a great time, and this Red Rice Cumin Fried Rice is one of my ‘Light Diet Secrets’ on my weight loss journey. As you can see, it's hard to escape the calories when you're constantly participating in restaurant tastings and eating a little bit of everything! Add to that work and socialising, lunchtime lunches and evening parties, and it seems as if my weight is creeping up without me even realising it. In order to prevent myself from becoming an ‘inflated’ eater, I have to think of some low-calorie and tasty light dishes. 
The starvation diet is a no-no, so I choose to arrange 2-3 light meals at home every week to regulate my stomach and control my calorie intake, and today this red rice and cumin fried rice is one of my secret weapons.
Red Rice: A Healthy Choice for Natural Nutrition
Red rice is the soul of this fried rice dish. Compared to regular white rice, red rice is much more nutritious, not only is it rich in dietary fibre, but it also has the effect of lowering the three highs (high blood pressure, high blood sugar and high blood cholesterol). For people who want to control their weight or are concerned about cardiovascular health, red rice is definitely a good choice. It also has stomach-boosting and blood-boosting effects, making it extremely beneficial for daily consumption.
Chicken Breasts: The First Choice for Light Meals with Low Fat and High Protein
When it comes to light meals, chicken breast is simply the star ingredient. It is extremely low in fat and rich in protein. Whenever I make this fried rice dish, I only need about 50g of chicken breast, which gives my body the protein it needs without consuming too much fat. For taste and health reasons, I usually choose good quality chicken, which is tender and tastes better.
Kale stalks: a nutritious green delicacy
Many people may discard the stalk when making kale, but in fact, the stalk is the most nutritious part! It is rich in dietary fibre and folic acid, especially for those who need to consume more greens. The crisp texture of kale stalks not only adds chewiness to fried rice, but also enriches the overall flavour.
Cumin: a flavour enhancer for light meals
Cumin is my secret weapon to keep this light fried rice dish from being bland and tasteless. Not only does the aroma of cumin greatly enhance the flavour of fried rice, but it also has the ability to promote digestion and speed up metabolism. It makes you eat better and healthier at the same time. This little spoonful of cumin definitely brings the whole dish to life.
How can you go wrong with our Green Tea BBQ Seasoning?
This light fried rice is healthy enough, but if you're like me and like to add a little extra flavour to your dishes, then you must try our Green Tea BBQ Seasoning. The antioxidant-rich nature of green tea, combined with its unique barbecue flavour, gives this fried rice an unexpected refreshing herbaceous note, as well as adding layers of texture to it. The lightness of the green tea complements the spice of the cumin, making every bite a treat!
Step by step - this is a great way to get to grips with this weight-loss dish.
Step 1: Stewed red rice
First, wash the corn kernels, and red rice together in the rice cooker stewed. When the rice is ready, remember to turn it over with chopsticks and let it cool down naturally. The cooled rice will have clear grains so that it won't be sticky when you stir-fry it.
Step 2: Marinate the chicken breast
Cut the chicken breast into small dices and marinate it for a few minutes with cooking wine and dry starch. This not only removes the fishy smell, but also makes the chicken more tender when fried.
Step 3: Prepare the side dishes
Next is to deal with the side dishes. Cut the kale stalks into small pieces with a diagonal knife, dice the tomatoes, and julienne the purple kale and onion and set aside.
Step 4: Sauté the chicken breasts
Pour a small amount of vegetable oil into a frying pan, add the diced chicken breasts to the pan and stir-fry until they are about 80% cooked, then remove and set aside.
Step 5: Stir fry onion
Leave a small amount of oil in the wok, when the oil temperature rises to 50 per cent, add the shredded onion and stir-fry until the aroma fills the pan. This is a great way to create a delicious base for the whole dish.
Step 6: Stir fry red rice
Stir-fry the simmered red rice to evaporate the water and loosen the rice. Be patient with this step and stir-fry until the rice is grainy and has a better texture.
Step 7: Add kale stalks and cumin
Add the kale stalks and cumin and continue to stir-fry until the stalks are softened and the cumin aroma is fully incorporated into the fried rice.
Step 8: Return the chicken to the pan
Add the chicken breasts back into the pan, continue to stir fry for a few minutes, season with salt.
Step 9: Add tomatoes and kale
Add the tomatoes and kale and stir-fry for a few seconds before removing from the pan. Adding these two ingredients at the end will maximise their nutrition and taste.
The Secret of Light Cooking: Nutrition and Flavour at the Same Time
The core of light cooking is to keep the ingredients as nutritious as possible, while also making every bite full of flavour. This red rice and cumin stir-fry is one such masterpiece, rich in colour and flavour, it is both healthy and tasty. With the added touch of green tea BBQ seasoning, this meal not only satisfies your taste buds, but also makes it easy to stay in shape.
If you are looking for a way to enjoy your food and control your weight at the same time, then this fried rice is definitely a great addition to your kitchen!