Save A vibrant, flavorful bowl featuring golden, crispy rice tossed with colorful sautéed vegetables and savory seasonings. Perfect for a light yet satisfying supper.
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, ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- Garnish: 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, ¼ 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 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 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.
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Save Common Questions
- → What type of rice works best for this dish?
Day-old, chilled jasmine rice is ideal as it helps achieve a crispy texture without clumping during stir-frying.
- → Can I substitute the vegetables used in this dish?
Absolutely! Zucchini, mushrooms, or baby corn can be added or swapped to suit your taste preferences.
- → How do I get the rice crispy without burning it?
Ensure the skillet is hot and the rice is spread in an even layer. Let it cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes to develop a golden crust before stirring.
- → Is it possible to make this dish gluten-free?
Yes, by using tamari instead of regular soy sauce, you can keep the dish gluten-free without sacrificing flavor.
- → Can protein be added to enhance the dish?
Certainly! Sautéed tofu, scrambled eggs, or edamame work well to boost the protein content.