*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           Hawaiian Rice Salad

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Serving Size  : 2    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Vegetarian                       Vegan
                Salads

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1 1/2  cups          Cooked short-grain brown -- rice
   1      cup           Tiny broccoli florets -- steamed and chilled
     2/3  cup           Diced firm tofu
   1      cup           Fresh pineapple chunks -- well
                        (reserve juice for -- dressing)
     1/3  cup           Slivered almonds -- lightly
   2      tablespoons   Finely chopped scallions -- white part only
   1      large         Carrot -- finely chopped
     1/3  cup           Raisins or dried cranberries
     1/3  cup           Chopped water chestnuts
     2/3  cup           Fresh pineapple juice (re- -- served from above re
   1      tablespoon    Sesame seeds -- lightly
   1      teaspoon      Grated ginger root
   1      teaspoon      Minced garlic
   1      teaspoon      Brown sugar
                        Splash soy sauce
                        Splash brown rice vinegar -- or cider vinegar

Salad: In a large mixing bowl, toss together all ingredients except dressing. 
Add dressing and toss again until thoroughly coated. Serves 2.

Dressing: In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients.
 Bring to a simmer and cook ovr low heat, stirring occasionally,
 until the liquid has thickened and reduced, about 7 minutes.
 Remove from heat and let cool at room temperature. Makes about 1/2 cup.


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