Potato Salad

Potato Salad

This unique and flavorful **Microwaved Potato and Blood Glutinous Rice Medley** is a delicious twist on comfort food! Start with perfectly microwaved potatoes—fluffy inside and crispy-skinned—then mash them while hot for a smooth texture. Enriched with savory chicken broth and seasoned to perfection, the potatoes pair wonderfully with steamed blood glutinous rice, adding a chewy, nutty depth. Fresh cabbage and carrots bring a crisp contrast, while sweet dried cranberries, plump raisins, and crunchy walnuts create a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Quick, easy, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this dish is a hearty and satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and comforting. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a creative side dish, it’s sure to become a favorite!

15 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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potatoes
500g (about 4 medium)
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blood glutinous rice
200g (1 cup)

The aromatics

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cabbage
½ cup (chopped)
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carrots
½ cup (julienned)
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dried cranberries
¼ cup
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raisins
¼ cup
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walnuts
¼ cup (chopped)

The sauce & seasonings

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chicken broth
½ cup

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Choose smooth and round potatoes, wash them clean with a small brush.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Put the potatoes directly into the microwave, high heat for 8 minutes, flip them over, high heat for another 8 minutes, squeeze them, and high heat for 3 more minutes.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Be careful of the heat, peel off the potato skin while it’s hot.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Put the peeled potatoes into a large heat-resistant container.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Use a small spoon to mash the potatoes while they’re hot.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Since the potatoes are processed by the microwave, they might be dry, so add chicken broth and salt to season.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Soak the blood glutinous rice for half a day in advance.

8. Step 8

Step 8
Remove most of the water and steam the rice until it’s cooked.

9. Step 9

Step 9
Add the steamed blood glutinous rice to the mashed potatoes.

10. Step 10

Step 10
Prepare the remaining ingredients - cabbage, carrots, dried cranberries, raisins, and chopped walnuts.

11. Step 11

Step 11
Add the cabbage and carrots first.

12. Step 12

Step 12
After mixing well, add the soft dried cranberries, raisins, and walnuts, and mix briefly.

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