Vegetable Fried Rice (frozen veggies)
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Makes: ~ 6 cups
Ingredients:
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 3 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 Tablespoon oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups brown rice, cooked (instant or regular)
- 3 cups frozen vegetables, thawed
- 1 Tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- Ground black pepper (optional)
Directions:
- Spray a deep 12” skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat.
- Pour the lightly beaten eggs in the skillet. Cook without stirring until the eggs are completely cooked (2-3 minutes).
- Remove the eggs to a plate and cut into strips. Set aside.
- Return the skillet to the burner and add the oil. Heat to medium high and add the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened.
- Stir in the rice, vegetables, and soy sauce. Heat through, stirring occasionally.
- Add the egg strips and heat through. Sprinkle with pepper, if desired, before serving.
Notes:
The key to making fried rice is using rice that has been previously cooked. Day-old rice is good but it is best if using two to three day-old rice. Rub the rice between your fingers to get rid of any clumps before cooking. The dish came from China. In many parts of China rice is eaten daily.