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Chilli Garlic Fried Rice

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A quick and satisfying Chilli Garlic Fried Rice that combines the heartiness of rice with bold flavors of garlic and chilies, perfect for any day of the week.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ Cups Short Grain Rice (Jeera Sambar Rice)
  • Water (for boiling)
  • 5–6 Whole Dry Red Chillies
  • 8–10 Cloves Garlic (peeled)
  • ¼ Cup Oil
  • 2 tsp Minced Garlic
  • 1 tsp Minced Ginger
  • ¼ Cup Finely Chopped Onion
  • ¼ Cup Finely Chopped Carrot
  • ¼ Cup Finely Chopped Beans
  • ¼ Cup Finely Chopped Yellow Capsicum
  • ¼ Cup Finely Chopped Red Capsicum
  • 2 Green Chillies (Finely Chopped)
  • 3 tbsp Chilli Garlic Paste
  • 1 tsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 tsp Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp White Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Spring Onion Greens

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice by boiling water and adding the rinsed short grain rice. Simmer until tender (about 15-20 minutes), then drain and set aside.
  2. Prep the aromatics: peel and mince garlic and ginger, and chop onions, carrots, beans, and capsicums.
  3. Heat the oil in a skillet or wok, adding the whole dry red chilies until aromatic.
  4. Sauté minced garlic until golden, then add onions and cook until translucent. Add remaining chopped vegetables.
  5. Add the cooked rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps to mix well with the vegetables.
  6. Spice it up by adding minced garlic, ginger, and chili garlic paste, mixing to combine.
  7. Drizzle in soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, salt, and white pepper, adjusting seasonings as needed.
  8. Finish by folding in chopped spring onion greens, letting it rest before serving.

Notes

Make rice ahead of time for optimal frying. Adjust spice levels according to preference.

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Keywords: fried rice, chili garlic, quick meal, Asian cuisine, vegetarian recipes

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