Vegetable Fried Rice
This vegetable fried rice combines the nutty flavor of brown rice with the fresh taste of bell peppers, baby peas, and other vegetables.
Ingredients
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3 cups water
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1 ½ cups quick-cooking brown rice
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2 tablespoons peanut oil
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1 small yellow onion, chopped
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1 small green bell pepper, chopped
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1 teaspoon minced garlic
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
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3 green onions, thinly sliced
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3 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 cup frozen petite peas
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2 teaspoons sesame oil
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¼ cup roasted peanuts (Optional)
Description
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Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in rice. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Set aside.
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Heat peanut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add onions, bell pepper, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.
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Increase heat to medium-high. Stir in cooked rice, green onions, and soy sauce; cook and stir for 1 minute.
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Add peas and cook for 1 minute more.
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Remove from heat. Stir in sesame oil and garnish with peanuts.