Teresa's Recipes
Colorful Vegetable Rice Stir Fry
This vibrant and delicious rice stir fry is a delightful medley of colorful vegetables, enhanced by the fragrant notes of ginger and garlic. It's a quick and easy dish that brings together the freshness of broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots, all tossed in a savory soy and sesame sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or as a side dish, this stir fry is not only satisfying but also a feast for the eyes!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tablespoon, grated Ginger
- 2, sliced Carrots
- 2, sliced (any color) Bell peppers
- 2 cups Broccoli florets
- 4 cups Cooked rice
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 2, chopped (for garnish) Green onions
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 45g
- Protein: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Sugar: 4g
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Introduce the sliced carrots, bell peppers, and broccoli florets to the skillet. Stir fry for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the cooked rice to the other side. Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir everything together, ensuring the soy sauce evenly coats the rice and veggies, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the rice is heated through.
- Remove from heat and garnish with the chopped green onions.
- Serve hot and enjoy your colorful vegetable rice stir fry!
Tips
- For added protein, consider incorporating tofu, chicken, or shrimp to the stir fry.
- Feel free to experiment with other vegetables like snap peas, zucchini, or mushrooms based on your preference.
- Using day-old rice works best for stir fry as it’s drier and less sticky.