Julie G.-Easy "Fried" Rice

(Jason Leiker Recipe)

Base Ingredients:

1 Medium yellow onion, fine diced

1 Medium carrot, grated

1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely diced

Sauce Ingredients:

1Tablespoon minced garlic

1 Teaspoon minced ginger

¼ cup reduced sodium soy sauce or tamari sauce

2Tablespoon maple syrup (can delete)

½ teaspoon rice vinegar

Other Ingredients:

4 cups refrigerated brown rice

1 cup frozen peas, thawed

Sliced green onions

Instructions:

1. Place the sauce ingredients in a bowl, mix well until smooth and set aside

2. In a large skillet, add the diced onions, carrots, and bell pepper, saute over medium-high heat for 7-9 minutes to soften. Add a splash of water or broth to prevent sticking as needed.

3. Stir in the rice and peas, stirring constantly for 2 minutes, then add the sauce mixture, stirring constantly until everything is heated through, about 4 minutes.

4. Serve and top with sliced green onions

Source: Monkey and Me Kitchen Adventures website