A flavorful and healthy fried rice dish packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and tender spinach, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
AsianVegetarian30 minHigh proteinBudget friendlyBreakfastVegetarianHigh protein
30 min4 servings
Ingredients
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon fresh ginger
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup frozen peas
2 eggs
4 cups cooked jasmine rice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 cups fresh spinach leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
Instructions
1.Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2.Add 1 diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
3.Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4.Add 1 cup diced carrots and 1 cup frozen peas, cooking for 4-5 minutes until tender.
5.Push the veggies to the side of the skillet. Crack 2 eggs into the empty side and scramble until just set, then mix with the vegetables.
6.Add 4 cups cooked and cooled jasmine rice to the skillet, stirring to combine all ingredients.
7.Pour in 3 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon sesame oil; stir well to coat the rice evenly.
8.Toss in 2 cups fresh spinach leaves and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro and green onions (herbs), cooking until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes more.