Veggie Fried Rice

Fried rice is the best way to use leftover rice. Cold rice from the fridge gives you those perfect crispy grains.

Veggie Fried Rice

Veggie Fried Rice

Better than takeout: day-old rice stir-fried with peas, carrots, edamame and green onions in a savory garlic ginger sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked brown rice chilled
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup shelled edamame
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 3 green onions sliced

Method
 

  1. Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the carrots and cook 3 minutes.
  2. Add the peas, edamame, garlic and ginger and cook 2 minutes more.
  3. Add the cold rice, spread it out and let it crisp for 2 minutes before stirring. Repeat a few times.
  4. Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil, then top with green onions.

Notes

Use any vegetables you have, like broccoli, corn or bell pepper.

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