Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Veggie Fried Rice, where perfectly cooked rice meets a vibrant medley of colorful vegetables. This dish captures the essence of fresh ingredients and bold flavors, transforming your kitchen into a bustling eatery. Perfect for quick lunches or dinner parties, this recipe is endlessly adaptable, ensuring everyone at your table will be asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 eggs (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil.
- Add minced garlic and mixed vegetables; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Introduce the cooked rice, breaking up clumps and stir-frying for about 5 minutes.
- Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice mixture while stirring continuously.
- If using, push the rice to one side, scramble eggs on the other side, and mix once fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize with additional proteins like tofu or shrimp for extra heartiness. Use a variety of colorful vegetables to enhance visual appeal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a skillet or microwave.