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Rainbow Veggie Fried Rice (Easy!)

This Rainbow Veggie Fried Rice is a vibrant, quick meal packed with nutritious veggies!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice:
  • 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
For the Veggies:
  • 1 red onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1.5 cups peas (frozen)
  • 1 cup sweet corn (frozen)
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
For the Seasoning:
  • 3 Tbsp tamari
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil (optional)
For the Protein:
  • Eggy Tofu or you can use edamame, cashews, or peanuts

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Pot
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Spatula

Method
 

Directions:
  1. Step 1: Cook the Rice - Begin by cooking your rice according to the package instructions. Whether you choose white or brown rice, make sure it's fluffy and ready to absorb all those delicious flavors.
  2. Step 2: Prep the Veggies - While the rice is cooking, dice the red onion, carrots, and red bell pepper. Mince the garlic cloves and measure out your peas and sweet corn.
  3. Step 3: Sauté the Aromatics - In a large skillet or wok, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add the Veggies - Toss in the diced carrots and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for around 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Then, add the peas and sweet corn, cooking for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Step 5: Incorporate the Rice - Once your veggies are cooked to your liking, add the cooked rice to the skillet. Pour in the tamari and optional sesame oil, stirring everything together until well combined. Ensure that the rice is heated through.
  6. Step 6: Add Protein - Finally, fold in your choice of protein—whether it's Eggy Tofu, edamame, cashews, or peanuts. Stir until everything is evenly mixed and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Serve and Enjoy - Remove the skillet from the heat and serve your Rainbow Veggie Fried Rice hot. Feel free to garnish with green onions or sesame seeds for an extra touch!

Notes

  • Feel free to customize with seasonal vegetables like zucchini or broccoli.
  • Swap tamari for soy sauce if desired.
  • This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge.