Vietnam - Vegetable Fried Rice

Vegetable Fried Rice

Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:20

Ingredients

-       1/4 cup light soy sauce

-       3 tablespoons rice wine or dry sherry

-       1/2 teaspoon salt

-       6 tablespoons peanut oil

-       2 eggs -- lightly beaten

-       1 carrot -- in 1/2" cubes

-       1 red bell pepper -- in 1/2" cubes

-       1/2 cup frozen peas

-       4 cups cold cooked rice

Directions

-       Combine the ingredients for the sauce in a small bowl. Mix to blend well and set aside.

-       Place a small skillet over medium heat.

-       When it begins to smoke, add 2 tablespoons of peanut oil and the lightly beaten eggs.

-       Stir until the eggs are firm but moist.

-       Transfer the eggs from the skillet to a small bowl and break them into small curds.

-       Set aside.

-       Bring 1 quart of water to a boil in a small saucepan.

-       Add the carrot and boil 1 minute.

-       Drain and rinse in cold water.

-       Drain again and reserve.

-       Place a wok over medium-high heat.

-       When it begins to smoke, add the remaining 1/4 cup of peanut oil and the garlic.

-       Stir briefly.

-       Add the carrots, celery, red pepper, and peas. Stir-fry 1 minute.

-       Stir in the rice and stir-fry 1 minute.

-       Pour in the sauce and cook until the rice is heated through, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

-       Serve hot.