rice bowls
A delicious and customizable rice bowl that combines fragrant rice with colorful vegetables, protein of your choice, and a savory sauce. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, this versatile dish can be tailored to suit your taste preferences.
Equipment
- 1 Medium saucepan
- 1 Large skillet or wok
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Measuring cups
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 4 Serving bowls
Ingredients
- 2 cups jasmine or brown rice Rinse under cold water.
- 4 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 cups cooked protein (chicken, tofu, shrimp, or beef)
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- to taste salt and pepper
- to taste green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- to taste sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water (or broth) and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and all liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
- While the rice is cooking, heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced bell peppers, broccoli florets, carrots, and snap peas. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes or until they are tender yet crisp.
- Add the cooked protein to the skillet with the vegetables and heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour this sauce over the vegetables and protein in the skillet, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
- To serve, divide the cooked rice into four bowls. Top each bowl with the vegetable and protein mixture. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize this rice bowl by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins.
You can also add toppings like avocado, sriracha, or chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture.
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making it a great meal prep option.