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Vegetable Fried Rice


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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Vegetable Fried Rice is a quick and flavorful dish that transforms leftover rice and vegetables into a satisfying meal. Bursting with vibrant colors and savory flavors, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a delightful side at gatherings. Customize it to your taste by adding your favorite vegetables and proteins for an easy yet impressive dish.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 large eggs (optional)
  • 2 green onions (sliced)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients by chopping the vegetables and breaking up clumps in the cooked rice.
  2. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add mixed vegetables to the pan and stir-fry for about five minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Incorporate the cooked rice and soy sauce, mixing thoroughly until heated through.
  5. If using eggs, push rice to one side, scramble them on the other side, then mix into the rice.
  6. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg