Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe
Steamed basmati rice stir-fried with assorted vegetables and soya sauce.
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Ingredients
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Vegetable Ingredients
Rice & Seasoning Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Cook the Rice
Rinse 1 cup of basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to the package instructions, then let it cool. This step is best done a few hours ahead or the day before, as cold rice will yield better results.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
Dice the carrots and bell pepper. Chop the onion. Mince the garlic. Slice the green onions. Place all vegetables aside for stir-frying.
Cooking Steps
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
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- 6
Combine and Season
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add the cooked basmati rice to the empty side. Pour in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and season with salt and black pepper. Mix everything together, seasoning evenly until the rice is heated through and coated with sauce.
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Finish with Green Onions
Finally, sprinkle the sliced green onions over the fried rice. Mix well and stir-fry for another minute to combine all flavors.
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Serve
Remove the skillet from heat. Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.
