Forbidden Rice with Eggs and Almonds Recipe

Name: Forbidden Rice with Eggs and Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large organic eggs, lightly beaten; 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce, plus more as needed; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 1 green onion, sliced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 pound ham, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/4 cup fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps cut into 1-inch-wide strips; 1/4 cup green peas, fresh or frozen; 1 1/2 cups cooked black or brown rice; 2 green onions, white part only, sliced, for garnish; 1/4 cup toasted, crushed almonds, for garnish; 1/4 cup dried cranberries, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 large organic eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce, plus more as needed
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 green onion, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 pound ham, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps cut into 1-inch-wide strips
1/4 cup green peas, fresh or frozen
1 1/2 cups cooked black or brown rice
2 green onions, white part only, sliced, for garnish
1/4 cup toasted, crushed almonds, for garnish
1/4 cup dried cranberries, for garnish

1
In a bowl, beat together the eggs, soy sauce, and sesame oil until well blended.
2
Stir in the green onion and set aside.
3
Heat the olive oil in a nonstick saute pan over medium-high heat and swirl to coat.
4
Pour in the egg mixture.
5
Cook, without stirring, until the egg is softly set.
6
Break up the egg with a spatula.
7
Add the ham, shiitake mushrooms, peas, and cooked rice.
8
Cook, stirring, until the rice mixture is heated through.
9
Season with additional soy sauce to taste.
10
Garnish with the sliced green onions, almonds, and cranberries.
11
Serve hot.

521

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large organic eggs, lightly beaten, 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce, plus more as needed, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, 1 green onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Forbidden Rice with Eggs and Almonds 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Forbidden Rice with Eggs and Almonds

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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