Chinese Style Lemon Rice
Brighten up your weeknight dinner with this flavorful and zesty Chinese Style Lemon Rice! This quick and easy recipe combines the fragrant aroma of cooked jasmine rice with the tangy freshness of lemon juice and zest, taking your taste buds on a citrusy adventure. Stir-fried with crisp vegetables like peas and carrots, infused with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, and finished with a hint of toasted sesame oil, this dish is brimming with bold, Asian-inspired flavors. A scramble of egg adds richness, while green onions and toasted sesame seeds offer the perfect garnish for added texture and visual appeal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this wholesome, vibrant dish is perfect as a standalone meal or a lively side to your favorite stir-fry or grilled protein.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, finely grated
- 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon or to taste salt
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 pieces, for garnish lemon slices
Instructions
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add the diced carrot and frozen peas to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Push the vegetables to one side of the wok, and pour the beaten egg into the empty side, scrambling it quickly until cooked through.
Add the cooked jasmine rice to the wok and stir to combine it with the vegetables and scrambled egg.
Pour in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and fresh lemon juice. Mix everything together thoroughly, ensuring the rice is evenly coated with the sauce.
Sprinkle the lemon zest, white pepper, and salt over the rice, stirring well.
Toss in the sliced green onions and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to warm through.
Turn off the heat and sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top.
Garnish with lemon slices before serving. Enjoy your vibrant and tangy Chinese Style Lemon Rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1427 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.1 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 185 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2458 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.8 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1197 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
