Description
A quick and flavorful dish that combines fluffy rice with vibrant vegetables and your choice of protein. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing side.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked Jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup green onions, chopped
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas and carrots)
- 1 cup protein (chicken, shrimp, or tofu)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping proteins and vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add your chosen protein to the skillet; cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in mixed vegetables and chopped green onions; stir-fry until slightly softened.
- Add the cooked rice, breaking up clumps, then pour in soy sauce, mixing thoroughly to ensure even flavor distribution.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg