Denise’s Saffron Vegetable Fried Rice

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 2
Denise's Saffron Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe
in Rice

Prep

10 min

Cook

22 min

Ready In

32 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup long grain rice
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon powdered saffron
1/4 cup sweet pepper ( finely chopped )
1/4 cup carrot ( finely diced )
3/4 cup peas and carrots ( tinned )
1/4 cup onion ( finely chopped )
1 1/2 tablespoons celery ( finely chopped )
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pinch msg , powder ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
298
Sugar
5g
Fat
9g
Denise's Saffron Vegetable Fried Rice is a twist on the classic fried rice dish. It is a flavorful and colorful dish that is easy to make and perfect for using leftover rice. The combination of saffron, vegetables, and rice provides a good amount of fiber, protein, carbohydrates, and essential vitamins and minerals. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or as a side dish for any meal. This dish is a quick and easy way to add more plant-based ingredients to your diet. Enjoy!

Instructions

1.Rinse the rice a few times with water until the water runs clear.
2.Transfer the rice to a pot and add 2 cups of water and saffron powder. Let it soak for 30 minutes.
3.Add the sweet pepper, carrot, tinned peas and carrots, onion, celery to the pot.
4.Add vegetable oil and oyster sauce to the pot and stir well.
5.Cover the pot and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat for 12 minutes.
6.Turn the heat off and keep the pot covered for another 10 minutes to steam the rice.
7.Add sesame oil and MSG powder, and mix well.

PROS

Denise’s Saffron Vegetable Fried Rice is a colorful and flavorful dish that is easy to make and perfect for using leftover rice.
It is also vegan and gluten-free, making it suitable for a wide range of diets.

The combination of saffron, vegetables, and rice provides a good amount of fiber, protein, and carbohydrates.

This dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish for any meal.

CONS

This dish may not be suitable for those who have an allergy to soy, wheat, or shellfish as the oyster sauce contains these ingredients.

MSG powder is optional, but some people may want to avoid it due to its potential side effects such as headaches and discomfort.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Saffron is a spice that has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. It contains antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, and may have mood-boosting effects.
The vegetables in this dish provide essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. They are also low in calories and fat but high in nutrients.

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