Korean Vegetarian Garlic & Pepper Stir-fried Rice

A savory and vibrant Korean-inspired breakfast stir-fry featuring garlic, onions, and peppers, seasoned with soy sauce for a flavorful start to your day. This vegetarian dish is quick, nutritious, and satisfying.

Steps

1. Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. 2. Add minced garlic and sliced onions; sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes. 3. Add sliced bell peppers and stir-fry for another 2 minutes until slightly softened. 4. Add cooked rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. 5. Drizzle soy sauce evenly over the rice and vegetables, stirring to combine. 6. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to slightly crisp. 7. Remove from heat and add sesame oil, if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 8. Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

1/2 cup cooked short-grain rice 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 onion, thinly sliced 1/2 bell pepper (red or green), thinly sliced 1 tsp vegetable oil 1 tbsp soy sauce 1/4 tsp sesame oil (optional) 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish) 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds (optional) Salt and pepper to taste