Vegetable Fried Rice

Vegetable Fried Rice

Vegetable Fried Rice

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

• 2 tablespoons canola or grapeseed oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 large carrot, finely chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
• 3 green onions, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric (optional)
• 31/2 cups cold cooked long-grain rice
• 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons mirin or dry white wine
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

Method

1. In a large skillet, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat
2. Add the onion, carrot and zucchini and stir-fry until softened, about 5 minutes
3. Add the garlic, ginger and green onions and stir-fry until softened, about 3 minutes
4. Stir in the turmeric, if using
5. Add the rice, peas, soy sauce and mirin and stir-fry until hot, about 5minutes
6. Drizzle with the sesame oil, toss to combine and taste, adjusting seasonings and adding more soy sauce if necessary
7. Serve immediately