Description
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious twist on a classic favorite with this Healthy Fried Rice Recipe. Packed with veggies, protein, and flavor, this vegetarian dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked brown rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
Additional Ingredients:
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 3 green onions (sliced)
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- Optional pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat Oils: Heat sesame oil and olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant.
- Cook Vegetables: Add carrots, cook until soft, then add peas.
- Scramble Eggs: Push vegetables aside, pour eggs, scramble, then mix into vegetables.
- Add Rice and Flavors: Stir in cooked rice, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, and pepper flakes.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in green onions, remove from heat, and serve warm.
Notes
- Consider using cauliflower rice or quinoa for a lower-carb alternative.
- For added protein, include cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- Using day-old rice helps maintain ideal texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
