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    Italian Basil Fried Rice

    Sep 20, 2021 · 7 Comments

    This is a simple and delicious rice made with summer veggies and fresh basil. The fresh basil makes a lot of difference in flavor and adds mutitudes of flavor to the rice. Pine nuts adds a crunch and parmesan (or vegan parmesan) enhances the flavor.

    This is one of the comfort foods we love to have. This rice is easy to make and hence with its adcitive taste, is a must try for everyone. If you have to use your extra Basil produce, this recipe is amazing to use it up. I did use the basil from my garden. Leftover rice can also be used to make this dish.

    Cook the rice, and in the meantime, prep the veggies. Saute the onion, and veggies and mix the rice till itis all well incorporated.The simple flavors make it a regular in your home! This is one recipe, that we would make it moe often.

    This is a different rice that is amazing with flavors from simple ingredients. There are numerous ways to prepare tasty rice dishes. Rice is  a wonderful grain and here are the links for some vrieties of rice from this blog:

    Vaangi Bhat

    Beetroot Pulao
    Easy One-Pot Mexican Beans and Rice
    Dill Rice
    Coconut Rice
    Vegan Jambalaya
    Vegetable Dum Biriyani
    Cranberry Rice
    Ellodharai / Black Sesame Seed Rice
    Instant Curry Leaf Rice
    Baby Aloo/Potato  Pulao

    September is National Rice and National Whole Grains Month. The fourth week of September is National Wild Rice Week. Whole grains are nutritious and are great to make delicious food right from appetizers, salads, breads, and main courses to desserts. In our #FestiveFoodies, we are celebrating the grains this month by sharing our favorite recipes showcasing any grains and Radha of Magical Ingredients  is hosting this event. We are sharing 30 different recipes using whole grains and join us in the celebration.

    Ingredients


    Rice - 1 cup
    Salt - 1/2 tsp 
    Olive oil - 1 tsp
    Oil - 3 tsp
    Onion - 1 cup, sliced and halved
    garlic -  1 tsp, minced
    Zuchini - 1.5 cups
    Yellow Squash - 1/2 cup
    Bell pepper - 1.5 cup, any color
    Salt - 3/4 tsp
    Italian seasoning - 1 tsp
    Red chilli Flakes - 1 tbsp
    Black pepper - 1/2 tsp
    Balsamic vinegar -1 tsp
    Fresh Basil - 2 cups
    Pine nuts - 2 tbsp, toasted
    Vegan Parmesan cheese - 2 to 4 tbsp, optional

    Method

    To boiling water, add the rice, salt, oil, and cook for about 15-18 minutes, until the rice is done and fluffy.

    Transfer to a big bowl and spread it out evenly to avoid sticking to each other or becoming mushy. Set aside to cool.

    Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan, add the chopped garlic and sliced onions. Saute till the onions are cooked.
    Add the zucchini, summer squash, bell peppers and saute for 3-4 minutes until they are crisp tender. Add salt, black pepper powder, and chili flakes. Mix well and cook for a minute.
     
    Add balsamic vinegar, mix, and cook for a minute.

    Add the rice and mix gently.
    Add the fresh basil and roasted pinenuts, Mix.

    Sprinkle the vegan parmesan/regular Parmesan, mix and serve.
    Serve warm.


    Monday Whole Grain Recipes

    • Italian Basil Fried Rice by Magical Ingredients
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    • Homemade Mexican Rice by Jen Around the World
    • Apple Risotto with Bacon by Take Two Tapas
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    Comments

    1. Jennifer Stewart says

      September 20, 2021 at 9:33 pm

      What great flavors in this rice. I love how easy it is to make and that it can be a meal on its own.

      Reply
    2. Jennifer Stewart says

      September 20, 2021 at 9:33 pm

      What great flavors in this rice. I love how easy it is to make and that it can be a meal on its own.

      Reply
    3. A Day in the Life on the Farm says

      September 20, 2021 at 9:33 pm

      I am making chicken for dinner this week and I think I have just found the perfect side dish for it. Thanks.

      Reply
    4. A Day in the Life on the Farm says

      September 20, 2021 at 9:33 pm

      I am making chicken for dinner this week and I think I have just found the perfect side dish for it. Thanks.

      Reply
    5. Hezzi-D says

      September 22, 2021 at 5:59 am

      Love the addition of pine nuts and the vegan Parm cheese! Yum!

      Reply
    6. Hezzi-D says

      September 22, 2021 at 5:59 am

      Love the addition of pine nuts and the vegan Parm cheese! Yum!

      Reply
    7. Jennifer says

      September 23, 2021 at 2:42 pm

      Basil is my favorite herb. I love the combo of colors in this rice dish.

      Reply

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