Name: Fried Rice with Cilantro and Peas
Yield: Serves 4 to 6 as a side dish
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh cilantro sprigs; 4 scallions; 2 teaspoons cumin seeds; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 4 cups chilled cooked white rice (see note above); 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce such as Kikkoman; 1 cup frozen peas

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Recipe information

Yield
Serves 4 to 6 as a side dish

Ingredients

1 cup fresh cilantro sprigs

4 scallions

2 teaspoons cumin seeds

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

4 cups chilled cooked white rice (see note above)

1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar

1 tablespoon soy sauce such as Kikkoman

1 cup frozen peas

Preparation

Chop cilantro and thinly slice scallions. In a large nonstick skillet cook cumin seeds in oil over moderately high heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add rice and fry, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 3 minutes. Add vinegar and soy sauce, stirring to coat rice, and stir-fry until liquid is evaporated. Stir in cilantro, scallions, and peas and stir-fry until heated through, about 2 minutes, seasoning with salt if necessary.

TagsFried Rice Asian Rice Rice & Grains Cilantro Herbs & Spices Pea Bean and Legume Vegetable Side Dinner Dairy Free Nut Free Vegetarian Vegan Quick Easy Saute Gourmet

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