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bowl of ginger scallion rice

Ginger Scallion Rice

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Fresh ginger and scallions can give any recipe instant flavor. Toss some rice and aromatics in a skillet, and you have the perfect side dish, Ginger-Scallion Rice, for any weeknight dinner!

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 bunch scallions, green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons ginger, peeled and finely grated
  • 3 cups cooked and cooled rice

Instructions

  1. Warm the sesame oil in a skillet or fry pan over medium-high heat.  Add the white/light green parts of the scallions and cook, stirring for about a minute to soften but not brown.  Stir in the ginger and cook another minute or until fragrant.  Add all but a tablespoon of the dark green scallion tops.
  2. Stir in the cooked rice.  Stir to combine and warm until heated through.
  3. Transfer to a serving dish and top with reserved scallion tops.
  4. Eat and enjoy!

Notes

*This is a great base to add any of your favorite leftover veggies or clear out your fridge!  You can add carrots, bell peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, edamame, green beans, you name it!

*You can add your favorite protein, such as shrimp, chicken, or tofu, to round out and make a complete meal!

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