Name: Ten-Minute Veggie Fried Rice
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or canola oil; 1 zucchini diced; 1 carrot diced; 1 rib celery halved and thinly sliced; to taste kosher salt; to taste black pepper; 2 eggs beaten; 1 1/2 cups cooked rice cold, cooked, and chilled (leftover is ideal); 2 tbsp soy sauce

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Overview

Prep2 min

Cook8 min

Total10 min

Servings2

DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oilor canola oil1 zucchinidiced1 carrotdiced1 rib celeryhalved and thinly slicedto taste kosher saltto taste black pepper2 eggsbeaten1 1/2 cups cooked ricecold, cooked, and chilled (leftover is ideal)2 tbsp soy sauce

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Equipment

Large heavy skillet
Small bowl

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Method

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Saute the vegetables

Saute the zucchini, carrot, and celery in the olive oil in a large heavy skillet until they start to brown, about 5 minutes. Season with pepper and just a little salt.

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Scramble the eggs and add

Meanwhile, beat the eggs in a small bowl, then add them to the skillet and stir until they are cooked like soft scrambled eggs.

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Stir in rice and soy

Add the cold cooked rice and soy sauce to the skillet and stir until everything is heated through and coated in the savory sauce.

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Tips

NoteFor a vegan bowl, swap the eggs for cubed soft tofu or just leave them out.

NoteNo zucchini? Use any veggie you like, or fold in shelled edamame for more protein.

NoteDay-old rice fries best — fresh rice can turn soft and sticky in the pan.

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Nutrition

NoteNutrition varies by ingredient brands and serving size.

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Storage

RefrigeratorCool completely and keep in an airtight container up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet.

Best freshTastes best right out of the pan while the vegetables are still bright.

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Frequently asked

Can I make this without eggs?+

Yes — use cubed soft tofu, extra vegetables, or shelled edamame for a plant-based version.

What kind of rice works best?+

Any cooked rice works; cold leftover rice fries up best because it is drier.

How do I keep it from sticking?+

Use a heavy skillet with enough oil and let the vegetables brown before adding the rice.

Ten-Minute Veggie Fried Rice

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment