MICROWAVE FRIED RICE

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Merrill Powers from Spearville, Kansas uses her microwave to fix this full-flavored side dish. Since most any leftover meat, poultry or seafood can be added to the rice, it's versatile as well.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1 medium carrot, shredded
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups water
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 tablespoon beef or chicken bouillon granules
3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1-1/4 cups chopped cooked ham, pork or shrimp, optional
2 eggs

Steps:

In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the oil, onions, carrot and garlic. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. , Stir in water, rice and bouillon. Cover and cook on high for 9-12 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, stirring once. Stir in peas, soy sauce and ham if desired. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small microwave-safe bowl, beat the eggs. Cover and heat on high for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes or until firm. Cut into small pieces; stir into rice mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 1122mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

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