| Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 350 | 7g | 2g | 55g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 7g | 4g | 13g | 1.2g |
Why I Love German Fried Rice with Vegetables
One particular recipe that beautifully fuses my love for the rustic, hearty cooking from my Rocky Mountain upbringing with exquisite international culinary influence is the splendid German creation that is the Fried Rice with Vegetables. This dish takes me back to my first encounter with it – a comforting, warm bowl nestled in my hands on a brisk, autumn afternoon, the aromatic veggies and subtly fried rice filling me with warmth and pure simplicity.
The Intersection of Familiar and Exotic
As someone whose cooking ethos heavily revolves around the fresh, earthy produce typical of Coloradan cuisine, I found this recipe incredibly appealing. It blends the familiar warmth of finely chopped carrots, bell peppers, aromatic onions, savory soy sauce, and hearty rice, a combination that reminds me of the many days I spent fishing along the streams and grilling trout on open fires. But at the same time, the way these ingredients come together to create a dish none other than the German Fried Rice with Vegetables is an exciting exploration into the world of German cooking from my very own kitchen.
Adaptable and Timeless
A reason this German Fried Rice with Vegetables is one my go-to choices when I want a dish that embodies both comfort and vibrancy, is its adaptability – you can use just about any combo of veggies you’d like. With seasonally shifting ingredients, it’s a dish that never gets boring, and it provides room for you to give it an improvisational spin of your own. Inspired by the versatile creativity of Jamie Oliver, I find myself constantly adapting this recipe to suit my mood, the season, or simply what’s fresh at the farmer’s market that day.
Furthermore, I found it pairs excellently with a range of other recipes. A perfect side to a classic Bratwurst hot dog or a robust cucumber salad, this beautiful Fried Rice adds color, texture, and a touch more flavor to an already impressive spread. It’s because of this versatility and adaptability that this dish has made it into the list of my all-time favorite recipes.
So whether you’re cooking for a cozy dinner for your loved ones or just looking for a satisfying dish to refuel you after a day of hiking, give this German Fried Rice with Vegetables a go, I guarantee you’ll love it just as much as I do!
What You’ll Need
- 2 cups of long grain white rice
- 4 cups of water
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 2 medium-sized onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 medium-sized carrots, finely chopped
- 2 cups of frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 6 spring onions, sliced thin
Method
Step One
Take the long grain white rice in a pot, add 4 cups of water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot and let it simmer till the rice is cooked. Then, set the rice aside to cool.
Step Two
Heat up 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large wok or frying pan. Add the finely chopped onions, garlic, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and carrots. Sauté these until they are softened.
Step Three
Once the vegetable mixture is cooked, add the frozen peas, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir these ingredients well and cook until the peas are heated through.
Step Four
To the vegetable mixture, add the cooked rice and 3 tablespoons of soy sauce. Keep stirring and tossing until everything is well combined and the rice grains start getting a little crispy.
Step Five
Push your rice and vegetable mix to one side of the pan and pour your beaten eggs into the other half. Begin scrambling the eggs and once they are cooked, mix everything together.
Step Six
Your fried rice is nearly done. To complete, sprinkle the thinly sliced spring onions across the top and give one final stir to mix them in.
Your homemade Fried Rice with Vegetables is now ready to be served and enjoyed!
