Soy-Free Riz Cantonais
Elevate your fried rice game with this Soy-Free Riz Cantonais, a vibrant twist on the classic Cantonese dish, perfect for those avoiding soy-based products. This recipe combines fragrant jasmine rice with an array of colorful vegetables, savory diced ham, and perfectly scrambled eggs, all stir-fried to perfection in olive oil and seasoned with sesame oil and fish sauce for a rich, umami flavor. With quick prep and cook times, this dish is an ideal option for busy weeknight dinners, offering a wholesome and satisfying meal that's packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor. Garnished with fresh green onions, it's a crowd-pleaser that delivers the iconic appeal of fried rice, minus the soy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 cups water
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium white onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup peas, fresh or frozen
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cooked ham, diced
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 pieces green onions, finely sliced
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents it from becoming glutinous.
In a medium saucepan, combine rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork and spread it out on a baking sheet to let it cool and dry out slightly. This helps achieve the perfect texture when frying.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the pan and scramble them until just cooked. Remove the eggs and set aside.
Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet and increase the heat to medium-high. Add the chopped onion and stir-fry for about 2 minutes or until translucent.
Add the diced carrots, peas, and red bell pepper to the pan. Stir-fry for about 4 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet still crisp.
Stir in the diced ham and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Add the cooked rice to the skillet along with sesame oil and fish sauce. Turn the heat to high and stir-fry the rice, ensuring it is fully coated in the oil and sauce. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
Season the rice with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Add the scrambled eggs back to the pan and gently fold them into the rice mixture.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot. Enjoy your soy-free Riz Cantonais!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2223 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.6 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.8 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 696 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 6971 mg | 303% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.5 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.6 g | ||
| Protein | 98.7 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 372 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2442 mg | 52% | |
*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.
