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Viognier Wine
Viognier is a white wine grape. It's origins are largely unknown, however recent genetic testing by scientists at the University of California Davis have concluded that the grape originated in Dalmatia, Croatia. Currently the grape is growing in worldwide popularity after almost being extinct in the 1960's when there was only 8 acres of the varietal planted in France. It is now planted in the northern parts of the Rhone Valley in France with over 740 acres planted.
The grape is notoriously difficult to grow because it mildews easily, it tends to thrive in warmer climates like the inland areas of the California Central Coast which currently has the largest plantings of the grape anywhere in the world with about 2,000 acres planted.
At Uncorked Ventures we can understand how Viognier would become popular once again. Although some of the wine can be cellared for some time, it is generally intended to be consumed directly after purchase. It is most similar to Muscat and Riesling wines in taste with very strong flower flavors. It is so strong that we generally recommend pairing the wine with very spicy food such as Thai. If you have a more understated Viognier it can easily be paired with sushi or sashimi. Newer pairing ideas for Viognier include everything from Swordfish with a peach salsa to your Thanksgiving turkey. In many ways Viognier is becoming a sort of challenger to Chardonnay for the title of most well liked white wine, at least within wine circles.
Next time you need a white wine with a fish dish, give a Viognier a try. Especially if you like sweet wines you may find that you have a real winner.
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Chinese Fried Rice - How to Make Fried Rice
Chinese fried rice is one of the most popular dishes ordered from Chinese takeout restaurants and a lot of people wonder how to get the great flavor and texture of this amazing dish. If you enjoy making fried recipes like a southern fried chicken recipe or chicken fried steak, you will enjoy making this tasty Chinese dish. Fried rice is so simple to make and it is the perfect accompaniment to any Chinese meat, fish, or chicken dish.
This recipe is a great way to combine leftovers. Using leftovers means there are infinite possibilities if you want to make something really flavorful and different countries have their own versions of this dish. Indonesian fried rice is different from the Thai style dish, for example.
Cooking Tips for This Delicious Dish
Use steamed or boiled white rice to make this dish. The key to a good dish is to use chilled rice. If you use it freshly cooked, it will not taste authentic or have a good texture. Chilling it overnight gets rid of excess moisture and makes the grains firm and therefore easier to separate. Cooking with fresh grains means you will get mushy results. If you do not have a whole day, make sure it can cool for a few hours somewhere cool before you use it.
The wok has to be very hot so the soy sauce gives flavor to the dish, rather than making it soggy. Also, a layer of oil in a hot wok will dance around and create a nonstick coating. If the wok is not sufficiently hot, the contents will stick to it.
You can use any leftovers you want in this recipe. What about some leftover bacon or ham from breakfast, some chopped chicken from yesterday's dinner or some leftover carrots? Do not use anything too wet or in a sauce, else the dish will go mushy. Garlic, ginger, and salt are good seasonings and you can also add some chili powder to spice the dish up.
The Recipe - Step by Step
This basic fried rice recipe can be modified, as you like. If you are going to add more ingredients to it, you should use three eggs instead of two. This recipe serves four to six people as a side dish. Feel free to add chili powder, ginger, garlic or anything else you fancy.
What you will need:
4 cups cold cooked rice
1 finely chopped green onion
4 tablespoons cooking oil
2 tablespoons oyster sauce or soy sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 eggs
How to make it:
Beat the eggs with some salt and pepper. Heat half the oil in a wok, and then add the eggs. Cook them, stirring all the time, until they are scrambled but still wet. Take out the eggs and wipe out the pan with paper towels.
Add the rest of the oil and stir fry the rice for a few minutes. Use a wooden spoon or a pair of chopsticks to stir the grains and separate them. Stir in the oyster sauce or soy sauce, and then add the eggs back in the pan. Mix well and stir in the green onion. Adjust the seasonings and serve hot.