Lanzhou Vegetable Rice

Lanzhou Vegetable Rice is a vibrant and nutritious vegetarian dish that showcases the flavors of fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, all on a bed of fluffy rice. This delightful recipe is easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunchtime meal.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 150 grams
• Water - 300 ml
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Green beans - 100 grams, trimmed and cut into 2 cm pieces
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Spring onion - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and 300 ml of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed.
2. While the rice is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the diced carrot, bell pepper, green beans, and zucchini to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
4. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Once the rice is done, fluff it with a fork and divide it between two bowls. Top with the stir-fried vegetables and garnish with chopped spring onion before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 580 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories while providing a good source of fiber.

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