Enhanced Vegan Fried Rice

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
• Onion (1 medium, diced)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Carrots (2 medium, diced)
• Bell pepper (1 medium, diced (any color))
• Frozen peas (1 cup)
• Soy sauce (3 tablespoons)
• Sesame oil (2 teaspoons)
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)
• Green onions (2, chopped for garnish)
• Cooked rice (4 cups (preferably day-old for best texture))

Instructions

1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is fragrant and translucent.
3. Stir in the diced carrots, frozen peas, and diced bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add the cold cooked rice to the empty side, breaking up any clumps with a spatula.
5. Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice and vegetables. Stir well to combine, ensuring the seasonings coat all ingredients evenly.
6. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes, or until the rice is heated through and starts to get slightly crispy. Stir occasionally.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting according to your preference.
8. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
9. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Enhanced Vegan Fried Rice!