Greens (Fried) Rice

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 1
Tasty Greens (Fried) Rice that's packed with flavors
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups cooked rice ( I use long grain boiled in chicken stock )
2 cups fresh spinach , chopped fine
1/2 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup carrot ( chopped fine )
2 garlic cloves , minced
1/8 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
250
Sugar
2g
Fat
6g
Greens (Fried) Rice is a delicious and healthy twist on classic fried rice. It is a delightful combination of cooked rice, soy sauce, and a handful of fresh greens that deliver a nutrient-packed balanced meal. This easy-to-make side dish can be served as a light lunch or as part of a dinner routine. It's also a great way to sneak in some extra veggies into your diet, with the mild flavors balancing out the dish.

Instructions

1.Add sesame oil and minced garlic to a preheated pan and fry for 1 minute over medium heat.
2.Add chopped green onion and fry for another 30 seconds.
3.Add carrot and frozen peas. Fry for 1 minute
4.Add chopped fresh spinach and fry for 1 minute.
5.Add in cooked rice and stir-fry all ingredients for another 2-3 minutes.
6.Add in soy sauce, salt, and pepper according to your taste.
7.Take everything off the heat, and the Greens Fried Rice is ready to serve.

PROS

This Greens (Fried) Rice dish is an easy and flexible recipe that allows you to incorporate additional vegetables or protein according to your preference.

It is a quick and tasty dish that combines the earthy flavor of sesame oil with the nuttiness of spinach and green onions.
It is also vegetarian.

CONS

This dish should be enjoyed in moderation as it contains a high level of sodium.

The use of soy sauce and sesame oil also makes it moderately high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in fiber, making it filling and aids in digestion. It is also rich in vitamins and minerals due to the variety of vegetables in the recipe.
Spinach is an excellent source of vitamin C, iron, calcium, and potassium. Garlic also provides potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

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