Description
A delightful explosion of flavor and texture, this Vegetable Fried Rice is perfect for meal prep or as the star of any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas, or corn)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers but doesn’t smoke.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Toss in the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they become slightly tender yet vibrant.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the cold, cooked rice to the empty side, breaking apart any clumps gently.
- Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice, mixing everything until coated evenly.
- Stir in the sliced green onions, seasoning with salt and pepper, and toss all the ingredients together until everything melds beautifully.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through, and serve immediately for maximum flavor.
Notes
Use cold, day-old rice for best texture. This dish is versatile; personalize it with your favorite proteins or spices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg