Seared Red Rice With Spinach, Mushrooms, Carrot and

Name: Seared Red Rice With Spinach, Mushrooms, Carrot and Egg
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons rice bran oil; 1 small or medium onion, sliced; 1 large carrot, peeled and cut in 2-inch-long julienne; 4 ounces tofu, patted dry and cut in 1/2-inch dice; 6 white or cremini mushrooms, cut in thick slices; 4 large garlic cloves, minced; 2 serrano chilies, minced; 1 generous bunch spinach (3/4 to 1 pound), ends trimmed, rinsed thoroughly in 2 changes of water; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 2 eggs, beaten and seasoned with salt and pepper; 5 cups cooked red rice; 1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce (more to taste, optional); 1 bunch scallions, both white and green parts, chopped (optional); Chopped cilantro; Thinly sliced cucumber; Lime wedges; Scallions; Fish sauce with hot chilies (nam pla prik)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons rice bran oil
1 small or medium onion, sliced
1 large carrot, peeled and cut in 2-inch-long julienne
4 ounces tofu, patted dry and cut in 1/2-inch dice
6 white or cremini mushrooms, cut in thick slices
4 large garlic cloves, minced
2 serrano chilies, minced
1 generous bunch spinach (3/4 to 1 pound), ends trimmed, rinsed thoroughly in 2 changes of water
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 eggs, beaten and seasoned with salt and pepper
5 cups cooked red rice
1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce (more to taste, optional)
1 bunch scallions, both white and green parts, chopped (optional)
Chopped cilantro
Thinly sliced cucumber
Lime wedges
Scallions
Fish sauce with hot chilies (nam pla prik)

1
Heat a 14-inch wok or large, heavy skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates upon contact.
2
Swirl in the oil and add the onion, carrot, tofu and mushrooms.
3
Stir-fry until the vegetables are crisp-tender and the tofu is lightly colored, about 2 minutes.
4
Add the garlic and chili, stir-fry for no more than 10 seconds, and add the spinach.
5
Stir-fry until the spinach wilts, season to taste with salt and pepper, and pour in the beaten egg.
6
Stir-fry until the egg is scrambled, and add the rice.
7
Cook, scooping up the rice with your paddle, then pressing it into the pan and scooping it up again, for about 2 minutes, until the mixture has a nice seared aroma.
8
Add the fish sauce or soy sauce and chopped scallions, stir together for about half a minute, and serve, passing the optional garnishes.

1081

kcal

Calories

Fat

234

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons rice bran oil, 1 small or medium onion, sliced, 1 large carrot, peeled and cut in 2-inch-long julienne, 4 ounces tofu, patted dry and cut in 1/2-inch dice, and more.

Yes, Seared Red Rice With Spinach, Mushrooms, Carrot and Egg falls under the Vegetarian 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.

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Seared Red Rice With Spinach, Mushrooms, Carrot and Egg

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