Vegetable Fried Rice

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This vegetable fried rice combines the nutty flavor of brown rice with the fresh taste of bell peppers, baby peas, and other vegetables.

Submitted by dakota kelly
Updated on March 8, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 3 cups water

  • 1 ½ cups quick-cooking brown rice

  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil

  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped

  • 1 small green bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic

  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 cup frozen petite peas

  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil

  • ¼ cup roasted peanuts (Optional)

Directions

  1. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in rice. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Set aside.

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  2. Heat peanut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add onions, bell pepper, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.

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  3. Increase heat to medium-high. Stir in cooked rice, green onions, and soy sauce; cook and stir for 1 minute.

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  4. Add peas and cook for 1 minute more.

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  5. Remove from heat. Stir in sesame oil and garnish with peanuts.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

299 Calories
15g Fat
37g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 299
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Sodium 731mg 32%
Total Carbohydrate 37g 13%
Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 9g 17%
Vitamin C 24mg 27%
Calcium 51mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 242mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.