Chinese Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe
Description:
Chinese Vegetable Fried Rice is a delightful Asian-inspired dish that combines a medley of fresh vegetables cooked at high heat to retain their crunchiness and then tossed with perfectly cooked rice. This vibrant dish is flavored with soy sauce, black pepper, and a hint of ginger, making it a perfect main course to serve with Asian curries or a side of vegetable Manchurian.
Cuisine: Chinese
Course: Main Course
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| Rice | 2 cups | Rinsed and soaked for 30 minutes |
| Green Beans | 1/2 cup | Finely chopped |
| Green Bell Pepper | 1/2 cup | Finely chopped |
| Carrot | 1/2 cup | Finely chopped |
| Celery | 1 stalk | Finely chopped |
| Spring Onions | 1 cup | Chopped |
| Ginger | 1 inch | Grated |
| Spring Onion Leaves | 4 stalks | Finely chopped |
| Soy Sauce | 1 tsp | – |
| Black Pepper Powder | 1 tsp | – |
| Oil | As needed | For cooking |
| Salt | To taste | – |
Preparation Time:
- 30 minutes
Cooking Time:
- 30 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare the Rice:
Wash the rice thoroughly and let it dry for about 30 minutes. In a saucepan, add 4 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of oil. Cook the rice for 15 minutes until itβs about 90% cooked. Once done, set it aside to cool completely. -
Stir-fry the Vegetables:
Heat oil in a wok or deep pan over medium-high heat. Add the finely chopped green beans, carrot, green bell pepper, celery, ginger, spring onions, and spring onion leaves. Stir-fry these vegetables on high heat for 3-4 minutes, keeping them crunchy. -
Combine Rice and Vegetables:
Add the cooled rice into the wok with the vegetables. Stir well to mix everything. Pour in the soy sauce, black pepper powder, and salt to taste. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes, allowing all the ingredients to blend together perfectly. -
Serve:
Turn off the heat and transfer the vegetable fried rice to a serving bowl. Serve hot with a side of Vegetable Manchurian or your favorite Asian curry for a complete meal.
Enjoy your delicious Chinese Vegetable Fried Rice, a perfect blend of flavors and textures!
