Gluten-Free Vegetable Fried Rice

Gluten-Free Vegetable Fried Rice is a quick and satisfying dish perfect for late-night cravings, packed with colorful vegetables and a savory sauce. This dish offers a delightful crunch and a burst of flavors, making it a healthy, gluten-free alternative to traditional fried rice.

Ingredients

• Cooked jasmine rice - 300 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Green peas - 100 grams, frozen or fresh
• Spring onions - 2, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Gluten-free soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Egg - 1, beaten (optional for extra protein)

Steps

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Stir in diced carrots and bell pepper, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened.
4. Add the green peas and continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
5. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet, and pour the beaten egg (if using) onto the other side, scrambling it until fully cooked.
6. Add the cooked jasmine rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps.
7. Pour in the gluten-free soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring everything together until well combined.
8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
9. Finally, stir in the sliced spring onions and cook for another minute before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.
• Provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.

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