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Fried Rice with Cabbage: A Comforting, Quick Weeknight Meal

Fried rice with cabbage bowl
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This unique and delicious twist on fried rice features brown rice stir-fried with cabbage, carrots, ginger, and garlic. Packed with flavor and texture, it’s a satisfying dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Rice:

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt

To Fry the Rice:

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil or other high-heat oil
  • 1/2 cup onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons ginger root, finely minced and peeled
  • 2 cups cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup carrots, shredded
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons lite soy sauce (or tamari or coconut aminos)
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup scallions or basil (optional for garnish)
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds (optional for garnish)

Instructions

1. Add rice, salt, and water to a pot, stir once, and bring to a boil over high heat.

2. Reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 40 minutes without stirring.

3. Remove from heat and let the rice stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

4. Spread the rice evenly on a baking sheet and refrigerate uncovered for 1 to 10 hours to cool and dry out.

5. Heat canola oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions and ginger and cook for 4–5 minutes until onions are translucent.

6. Add cabbage and carrots and cook for 1 minute.

7. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

8. Add the cooled rice and increase heat to high. Stir constantly for 4 minutes.

9. Stir in sesame oil (if using) and soy sauce or alternative. Add the bean sprouts.

10. Cook for 1 more minute, garnish with scallions or sesame seeds, and serve.

Notes

To save time, cook the rice a day in advance and refrigerate overnight.

 

Optional Garnishes:

– Fresh basil or scallions for a pop of freshness.

– Sesame seeds for added crunch and nutty flavor.

 

Tips:

– For a lower sodium option, use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.

– Add cooked scrambled eggs or tofu for extra protein.

– Use a wok for optimal high-heat stir-frying.

 

Kid-Friendly and perfect for leftovers the next day.

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