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Healthy Fried Rice Without Oil Easy Homemade Recipe for Guilt-Free Flavor

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A quick and flavorful fried rice recipe that uses vegetable broth instead of oil, delivering a guilt-free, savory dish perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (about 600g) day-old white or brown rice, chilled
  • ½ cup (120ml) low sodium vegetable broth
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 3 stalks green onions, sliced thin
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (diced carrots, peas, corn, bell peppers), fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten (optional)
  • A handful fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: mince garlic, grate ginger, chop vegetables and green onions. Beat eggs if using. Have broth and soy sauce ready. This takes about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes until hot.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the dry pan. Stir frequently for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add a splash of broth if it starts to stick.
  4. Add diced carrots, peas, corn, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender but vibrant. Add a couple tablespoons of broth to keep moist and prevent burning.
  5. Push veggies aside and pour beaten eggs into cleared space. Scramble gently until just cooked, about 1-2 minutes. Mix eggs into veggies.
  6. Add chilled rice in small handfuls, breaking up clumps with spatula. Stir well. Pour in remaining ½ cup broth and 2 tablespoons soy sauce. Stir constantly to coat rice and allow liquid to evaporate evenly, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Once rice is hot and slightly toasted, sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top. Stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if desired.
  8. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture. Keep heat high but avoid burning. Add broth gradually to keep rice moist without steaming. Use tamari for gluten-free option. Eggs can be replaced with tofu or edamame for protein. If rice sticks, add a splash more broth and scrape gently.

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