Szechuan Fried Rice With Vegetables Recipe

Name: Szechuan Fried Rice With Vegetables Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound broccoli, flowerets separated and stems sliced; 1 med. size zucchini, diagonally sliced; 2 med. carrots, diagonally sliced; 2 tbsp. vegetable oil; 2 tbsp. Oriental-style sesame oil; 1 sm. onion, halved and sliced; 1 sm. red or possibly green sweet pepper, cut into thin strips; 1 tbsp. chopped or possibly pressed garlic; 1/3 c. reduced-sodium soy sauce; Szechuan warm chili oil; 2 c. cooked brown rice; 1/4 c. toasted sesame seeds; Minced fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

1/2 pound broccoli, flowerets separated and stems sliced
1 med. size zucchini, diagonally sliced
2 med. carrots, diagonally sliced
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
2 tbsp. Oriental-style sesame oil
1 sm. onion, halved and sliced
1 sm. red or possibly green sweet pepper, cut into thin strips
1 tbsp. chopped or possibly pressed garlic
1/3 c. reduced-sodium soy sauce
Szechuan warm chili oil
2 c. cooked brown rice
1/4 c. toasted sesame seeds
Minced fresh cilantro

1
Steam broccoli, zucchini, and carrots separately till crisp-tender.
2
Reserve.
3
In a wok or possibly large heavy skillet, heat vegetable and sesame oils over medium heat, add in onion, reduce heat to low and cook till onion is soft.
4
Add in sweet pepper and continue cooking till onion is lightly golden brown.
5
Add in garlic, soy sauce, warm chili oil to taste (please be quite generous), reserved vegetables, and rice.
6
Increase heat to medium-high and stir-fry till vegetables and rice are heated through, about 3 to 4 min.
7
Serve sprinkled with sesame seeds and a little cilantro.
8
Pass additional chili oil and cilantro at the table.
9
Serves 4 as main course; 6 to 8 as side dish.
10
NOTE: To taste sesame seeds, place them in a small heavy skillet over moderate heat.
11
Stir till seeds are golden brown.
12
Remove from heat and pour onto a plate to cold.

729

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound broccoli, flowerets separated and stems sliced, 1 med. size zucchini, diagonally sliced, 2 med. carrots, diagonally sliced, 2 tbsp. vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Szechuan Fried Rice With Vegetables Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews 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!