A quick and delicious vegetable rice stir-fry, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Combine the soy sauce and freshly squeezed lime juice in a small bowl and set aside.
Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavor.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of oil.
Ensure the skillet is hot before adding ingredients to prevent sticking.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
Stir constantly to avoid burning the garlic.
Add the diced red bell pepper and sliced carrots to the skillet and cook until they are tender-crisp.
Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces for even cooking.
Stir in the cooked rice and mix well to combine with the vegetables.
Break up any clumps of rice before adding to the skillet.
Pour the soy-lime sauce over the rice mixture and stir to coat evenly.
Ensure the sauce is evenly distributed for consistent flavor.
Add the peas and cook until heated through.
Frozen peas can be added directly without thawing.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and scallions before serving.
Add garnishes just before serving for freshness.