Asian Fried Rice with Peas Recipe

Name: Asian Fried Rice with Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked brown rice or 4 cups well-chilled cooked brown rice; 1 tablespoon canola or corn oil; 4 or 5 medium green onions, thinly sliced, and 2 medium green onions, thinly sliced (optional), divided use; 2 tablespoons snipped fresh cilantro; 1 1/2 tablespoons plain rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce (lowest sodium available); 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1 cup frozen green peas; 2 teaspoons black sesame seeds (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked brown rice or 4 cups well-chilled cooked brown rice
1 tablespoon canola or corn oil
4 or 5 medium green onions, thinly sliced, and 2 medium green onions, thinly sliced (optional), divided use
2 tablespoons snipped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 tablespoons plain rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce (lowest sodium available)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup frozen green peas
2 teaspoons black sesame seeds (optional)

1
Prepare the rice using the package directions, omitting the salt and margarine.
2
Spread on a baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
3
For best results, transfer the cooked rice to an airtight container instead of to a baking sheet.
4
Refrigerate for a day or so.
5
In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom.
6
Cook 4 or 5 green onions for 1 minute, or until fragrant, stirring occasionally.
7
Stir in the cilantro and rice.
8
Cook for 2 minutes, or until heated, stirring constantly to separate the grains.
9
Stir in the vinegar, soy sauce, cumin, and sugar.
10
Stir in the green peas.
11
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the mixture is hot and the peas are heated through, stirring occasionally.
12
Sprinkle with the remaining 2 green onions, then with the black sesame seeds.
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(Per serving)
14
Calories: 146
15
Total fat: 3.0g
16
Saturated: 0.5g
17
Trans: 0.0g
18
Polyunsaturated: 1.0g
19
Monounsaturated: 1.5g
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Cholesterol: 0mg
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Sodium: 75mg
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Carbohydrates: 26g
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Fiber: 3g
24
Sugars: 2g
25
Protein: 4g
26
Calcium: 16mg
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Potassium: 118mg
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2 starch

284

kcal

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncooked brown rice or 4 cups well-chilled cooked brown rice, 1 tablespoon canola or corn oil, 4 or 5 medium green onions, thinly sliced, and 2 medium green onions, thinly sliced (optional), divided use, 2 tablespoons snipped fresh cilantro, and more.

Yes, Asian Fried Rice with Peas falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Asian Fried Rice with Peas

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