Vegetable Fried Rice (Fried Rice)

Vegetable Fried Rice (Fried Rice)

Vegetable Fried Rice (Fried Rice)

Trinidad fried rice

Vegetable Fried Rice (Trinidad Fried Rice)

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Vegetable Fried Rice for Every Occasion

Vegetable fried rice is a quick and healthy meal full of flavour. Packed with a variety of fresh vegetables, it’s a satisfying dish when paired with rice. This recipe works well for both lunch and dinner, and it’s easy to customize with whatever vegetables you have on hand. The combination of soy sauce and sesame oil gives the fried rice a savoury taste, making it a favourite for many.

Ingredients for Vegetable Fried Rice
To make this vegetable fried rice, you’ll need 1 cup of uncooked rice or 4 cups of cooked rice. Use fresh vegetables, such as celery, carrots, and bell peppers (green, yellow, and red). You’ll also need garlic, spring onions, and Chinese five spice for added flavour. For the finishing touch, add toasted sesame oil and dark soy sauce to bring everything together.

Cooking the Rice
If using uncooked rice, add it to boiling unsalted water. Make sure the water covers the rice, as more water than usual is needed for boiling. After 5-10 minutes, check the rice by pressing a grain between your fingers. The grain should crush easily but still feel slightly firm. Drain the rice in a colander and rinse it with cold water to stop the cooking process.

Sautéing the Vegetables

Heat sesame oil in a large non-stick pan or wok over medium-high heat. First, sauté the carrots for about 3 minutes. Then, add the celery and garlic, cooking for another 2 minutes. After that, toss in the bell peppers and sauté for 1 more minute. This process ensures that the vegetables remain tender yet crisp, adding texture to the fried rice.

Seasoning and Mixing the Fried Rice
Once the vegetables are sautéed, sprinkle in the Chinese five spice and pour in the soy sauce. Stir the ingredients together to coat the vegetables evenly. Add the cooked rice to the pan and mix it well until the rice turns brown from the soy sauce. Make sure the rice absorbs all the flavours from the vegetables and seasoning.

Finishing the Dish
Add the spring onions to the rice just before turning off the heat. This will give the fried rice a fresh, crisp finish. After everything is combined, the vegetable fried rice is ready to serve.

Serve the Fried Rice

Serve the vegetable fried rice hot as a side or a main dish. If you have leftovers, store them in the refrigerator. However, if you live in a hot climate, refrigerate the rice within a few hours to prevent spoilage.

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