South-East Asian Vegetable and Egg-Fried Rice

A low-cost, tasty egg-fried rice featuring courgettes, peas, and fresh lime, designed to mimic takeaway style at home.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 373.1 kcals 1492.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 43.9 grams 175.7 grams
Fat 15.5 grams 62.1 grams
Protein 14.6 grams 58.4 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
3
tbsp
Light Soy Sauce
Divided use
Dairy
4
piece
Eggs
Beaten
Fruits
1
piece
Lime
Juice of half, other half into wedges
GrainsCereals
200
g
Rice
Dry weight; or 500g cooked and chilled
NutsSeeds
0.5
tsp
Chilli Flakes
To taste
1
bunch
Coriander
Leaves and stalks separated
1
to taste
Salt
Seasoning
1
to taste
Black Pepper
Seasoning
OilsFats
2
tbsp
Oil
Divided use
Vegetables
200
g
Courgette
Cut into cubes
150
g
Peas
Frozen

Steps

  • Cook rice in boiling water, drain, refresh with cold water, and chill in the fridge overnight.
  • Heat 15ml oil in a large wok and scramble the eggs with soy sauce and chilli flakes.
  • Add courgette cubes and cook for 4 minutes until tender.
  • Mix in 150g peas, cold rice, remaining oil, coriander stalks, and 30ml soy sauce.
  • Stir-fry over high heat until hot, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Squeeze in lime juice and stir in most of the coriander leaves.
  • Serve immediately garnished with remaining coriander and lime wedges.