Broccoli Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 3 cups chopped broccoli
fresh
- 3 cups cooked and cooled brown rice
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
divided
- 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
- 2 large garlic cloves
minced
- 1 cup chopped or shredded carrots
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup sliced green onion
Directions
- 1
Add broccoli to a food processor. Pulse until broccoli resembles rice. Do not over process!
- 2
Heat a large wok or non-stick pan to a high heat. Add 2 teaspoons sesame oil. Once the oil is hot, add onion, garlic, and carrot. Season with salt and pepper. Use a wooden spoon to stir-fry veggies until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add another two teaspoons of sesame oil and add broccoli. Again, season with a little bit of salt and pepper. Continue to stir-fry 3-4 minutes until broccoli begins to cook. Add remaining oil followed by rice. Continue to use the wooden spoon to stir-fry the mixture for another 2 minutes or until the veggies are all cooked.
- 3
Drizzle in soy sauce and sprinkle with garlic powder. Continue to cook another 2-3 minutes until sauce has coated all the rice and veggies. Reduce the heat to medium and make a well in the center of the mixture. Crack an egg in the middle and use the spoon to scramble the egg. Mix in to the rice.
- 4
Add green onions. Toss. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
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About this Recipe
Looking for a healthier take on a takeout favorite that's ready in a flash? This Broccoli Fried Rice delivers all the satisfying flavor you crave with a vibrant, nutritious twist.
What makes this fried rice stand out is its clever use of fresh, crisp broccoli alongside hearty brown rice, packing in extra nutrients without sacrificing classic fried rice comfort. The balance of aromatic garlic and onion with sweet carrots, combined with a quick and easy soy sauce blend, creates a truly satisfying one-pan meal that feels both wholesome and indulgent.
Prepare for a comforting and vibrant dish where tender-crisp chopped broccoli and sweet carrots mingle with fluffy brown rice. Each spoonful offers a delightful mix of savory notes from the soy sauce and a subtle nuttiness from the sesame oil. The fresh green onion adds a bright finish, making this a healthy update to traditional fried rice you'll love. It's an accessible dish, perfect for home cooks looking for a delicious and quick meal without complex techniques.
Feel free to add other quick-cooking vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for even more color and crunch. For a boost of protein, consider stirring in cooked chicken or shrimp at the very end. If you prefer, white rice can be used in place of brown rice, just ensure it's cooked and cooled first.
This healthy fried rice makes a fantastic weeknight dinner, perfect for a busy evening when you crave something wholesome and quick. Serve it as a stand-alone meal or alongside your favorite Asian-inspired protein.