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Indian Fried Rice

Vegetable Fried Rice is a quick and simple dish that comes together effortlessly. Start by heating your Curry Starter in a skillet, then add frozen vegetables and a little water to cook them until tender. Once the vegetables are cooked through, fold in your pre-cooked Jasmine rice and salt to taste. The Curry Starter infuses the rice with a burst of flavor, while the vegetables add texture and freshness. Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lemon for an extra pop, and you're ready to serve! Perfect as a side dish or a main meal.

Vegetable Fried Rice is a common rice dish in South Indian. Quite frequently it is served a variety of ways but my favorite is with carrots and cauliflower.

Curry Starter mixed with cooked rice on its own is a quick and easy side dish. Add a couple of vegetables and you have Vegetable Fried Rice. This is a great side dish for any Indian meal or just by itself but serve with a dollop of plain yogurt to get in some protein and a slice of avocado for a healthy fat. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon to top it off. Garnish with a little cilantro and add an Indian pickle. This makes a common and hearty vegetarian meal.

Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses ,
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 25 mins
Servings 6
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

This South Indian-style Vegetable Fried Rice dish brings together fragrant rice with the warm, aromatic spices of the Curry Starter, balanced by the sweetness of carrots and cauliflower. The cilantro and lemon add a refreshing zing, while the yogurt or avocado offers a creamy, cool contrast.

Ingredients
  • 8 oz Curry Starter
  • 10 oz frozen mixed vegetables
  • 6 cups cooked rice
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp cilantro (minced for garnish)
  • 1/2 lemon (quartered for garnished)
Instructions
  1. Heat Curry Starter in a large skillet on medium heat

  2. Add frozen vegetables and 2 Tbsp water

  3. Stir and cover. Let simmer on med-low for 10 minutes until vegetables are cooked.

  4. Remove lid and cook off any excess moisture.

  5. Fold in 4-5 cup cooked Jasmine rice. (See Recipe for Stovetop Jasmine Rice)

  6. Salt to taste
  7. Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 364.33kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g10%
Saturated Fat 0.79g4%
Sodium 581.87mg25%
Potassium 608.36mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 72.68g25%
Dietary Fiber 22.83g92%
Sugars 1.29g
Protein 11.3g23%
Vitamin A 121.02 IU
Vitamin C 8.93 mg
Calcium 228.32 mg
Iron 9.61 mg
Vitamin E 9.6 IU
Vitamin K 38.24 mcg
Thiamin 0.38 mg
Riboflavin 0.13 mg
Niacin 4.17 mg
Vitamin B6 0.23 mg
Folate 40.48 mcg
Phosphorus 235.74 mg
Magnesium 127.3 mg
Zinc 2.76 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note
  • Rice Prep Tip: For best results, use day-old rice or rice that has rested for 10 minutes to prevent it from becoming mushy when mixing with the vegetables and Curry Starter.
  • Customizable: You can switch out the frozen vegetables for fresh veggies of your choice or even add tofu or paneer for some extra protein.
  • Health Boost: Serve with a dollop of yogurt or a few slices of avocado for added protein and healthy fats. The lemon not only enhances flavor but also helps with iron absorption from the vegetables.
  • Plain Fried Rice Hack: If you're in a hurry or prefer a simpler dish, skip the vegetables and make plain fried rice by just mixing cooked rice with the Curry Starter.

 

Kitchen Hack: Don’t forget to keep cilantro fresh  using this neat kitchen trick. Simply washing it in cold water. Pat dry. Cut the bottom of the old stems off so there is a fresh cut. Place stem side down into a cup of water. Cover leaves with a plastic zip lock bag and zip lock the cilantro leaves to keep them from being directly exposed to the refrigerator. This hack works great and will save you from wasting a bunch of cilantro, Make plans to use your remaining cilantro in a curry dish, in some salsa, on nachos, in soups or simply on a salad. 

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