Rice and Sardines Stir Fry
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Description: This dish may not adhere strictly to traditional stir-fry techniques, but it delivers a satisfyingly unique twist with an all-American flavor profile. Perfect for lunch or snacks, this recipe offers versatility – try swapping sardines for scrambled eggs for a delightful variation. Feel free to customize the vegetable mix to your liking, ensuring they’re chopped into bite-sized pieces for easy eating!
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Rice, Vegetable, Asian, Spring, Summer, Winter, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Stir Fry, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rice |
| 1 | Zucchini |
| 1/2 | Onion |
| 1/2 | Carrot |
| 1/2 | Broccoli |
| – | Chicken bouillon |
| 2 | Sardines |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 382.4
- Fat Content: 0.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 50.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 84.5g
- Fiber Content: 2.9g
- Sugar Content: 3.3g
- Protein Content: 7.6g
Recipe Instructions:
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Preheat Skillet or Wok and Boil Water for Rice:
- Begin by preheating your skillet or wok over medium heat. Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil for cooking the rice.
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Cook Rice:
- Follow the instructions on the rice package for cooking. Once the rice is fully boiled, add in the chicken flavoring for added taste.
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Prepare Vegetables:
- While the skillet or wok is heating up, slice all your vegetables into 1/4 to 1/2 inch half moons. This size ensures the perfect bite for a stir fry. For the broccoli, simply cut it apart into florets.
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Start Stir-Frying Vegetables:
- Add the desired amount of oil to the skillet or wok. Once heated, add all your prepared vegetables into it and begin stir-frying them until they’re tender yet crisp.
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Add Sardines to Rice:
- Once the rice is cooked and fluffy, add in the chopped sardines. Make sure to finely chop them before adding for better distribution of flavor.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Stir-fry all the ingredients together in the skillet or wok for a couple of seconds, ensuring everything is well mixed. For an extra burst of flavor, drizzle a little soy sauce over the mixture.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Your Rice and Sardines Stir Fry is now ready to be served! While it may not be a traditional stir fry, its unique blend of flavors makes it absolutely delicious. Feel free to experiment with the recipe by adjusting the ratio of rice to sardines or adding another can of sardines for a stronger flavor punch.
Note: This dish offers a delightful twist on the classic stir fry, incorporating the richness of sardines with the wholesome goodness of rice and vegetables. Enjoy its hearty flavors and customize it to suit your taste preferences!
