Instructions: Note 1: or hot chili oil to taste
Note 2: white and light green part only, slit lengthwise then cut crosswise
into 1/4" moons, rinsed, and/or - 2 inner stalks celery with leaves, cut crosswise into 1/4" moons
Note 3: to 1/2 lb napa cabbage, cut crosswise into 1/2" ribbons or into 1/2" squares

Lundbergs "jubilee" blend of brown and short-grain rice makes this an exciting dish. Feel free to use short-grain white and/or brown rice in its place.

1. Put the rice in a bowl, cover generously with cold water, then stir while the water turns cloudy. Tilt the bowl to drain, add more cold water, then repeat. Drain well.

2. Put the rice and water in a non-stick pot with a tight-fitting lid.

(For older rice thats dryer, youll need a bit more water.) Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to its lowest setting and cover the pot. (For an electric stove, move the pot to a coil pre-set to low.) Cook the rice for 20 minutes. Dont remove the lid.

3. Transfer the pot to a cool burner and let it sit undisturbed for 10-15 minutes. Then remove the lid and fluff the rice with a wooden paddle or spoon. If dry, sprinkle with additional water, stir to mix, and return the covered pot to low heat 5-10 minutes until the water is absorbed.

4. Heat a non-stick wok or large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the oils, swirl to coat the pan, then add the onions. Stir-fry until translucent, then add the leeks and stir-fry until the onions turn golden, adjusting the heat so they sizzle without scorching. Add the carrots, toss to blend, then add the cabbage and toss to mix. Cover the pot and let the vegetables steam until tender-crisp, 4-5 minutes, stirring midway.

5. Add the rice and toss well to blend. Add the chicken and mix. Season with salt to taste, then heighten the flavor with a generous sprinkle of pepper-salt.

Serves 4 -5 as a one-bowl meal. (Leftovers steam up perfectly.)

Jeff enjoyed the flavor combinations in this.

NOTES : The Five-Flavor Oil and Chili-Lemon Oil are condiments to be used in the recipes.

She stressed the importance of using these brands to get the same flavor mix that she gets although one can use your favorite brand as a substitute.

She also stressed repeatedly the importance of washing the rice.

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