Pin It A vibrant, flavorful bowl featuring golden, crispy rice tossed with colorful sautéed vegetables and savory seasonings. Perfect for a light yet satisfying supper.
This dish quickly became a family favorite due to its wonderful texture and blend of flavors.
Ingredients
- Rice: 3 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old, chilled)
- Vegetables: 1 cup carrots, diced, 1 cup bell pepper, diced (red or yellow), 1 cup broccoli florets, chopped small, 1 cup sugar snap peas, sliced, 3 green onions, thinly sliced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- Sauce & Seasoning: 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free), 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for frying), 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- Garnish: 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, Lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large, nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Step 2:
- Add the carrots and broccoli stir-fry for 2 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Step 3:
- Add the bell pepper, sugar snap peas, garlic, and ginger Continue stir-frying for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and just tender.
- Step 4:
- Push the vegetables to the side Add the chilled rice to the pan spreading it in an even layer Increase heat to high and let the rice cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to crisp the bottom.
- Step 5:
- Stir the rice with the vegetables drizzle in the sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar Add chili flakes if desired.
- Step 6:
- Stir-fry everything together for 2 to 3 minutes until the rice is heated through and slightly crispy.
- Step 7:
- Remove from heat Stir in green onions and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Step 8:
- Divide into bowls Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Pin It We cherish the moments gathering around this vibrant bowl, sharing stories and laughter.
Notes
Swap or add vegetables such as zucchini, mushrooms, or baby corn. Pairs well with chilled jasmine tea or a crisp Riesling.
Required Tools
Large nonstick skillet or wok, spatula, chefs knife, cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains soy (soy sauce). Use gluten-free tamari if needed Sesamesesame oil, sesame seeds). Check for additional allergens if adding optional ingredients like egg or tofu.
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This crispy vegetable fried rice bowl is a quick and delicious meal option that brightens any weeknight table.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of rice is best for this dish?
Day-old, chilled jasmine rice absorbs flavors well and crisps up nicely when stir-fried, making it ideal for this dish.
- → Can I customize the vegetables used?
Yes, vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, or baby corn can be swapped or added to suit your taste and availability.
- → How can I make it gluten-free?
Use gluten-free tamari in place of soy sauce and verify all other ingredients to ensure they are gluten-free certified.
- → What oils are recommended for stir-frying?
Vegetable oil is used for frying due to its high smoke point, while toasted sesame oil adds a rich, nutty flavor at the end.
- → Are there protein options to add?
Tofu, scrambled eggs, or edamame can be incorporated for added protein and to enhance texture and flavor.
- → How do I achieve crispy rice texture?
Spread chilled rice evenly in a hot pan and let it cook undisturbed for a couple of minutes until the bottom crisps before stirring.