Rice mixed with vegetables

Mixed rice with vegetables: a colorful, healthy, and aromatic dish, perfect for a quick and delicious dinner. This simple yet refined recipe will transform ordinary rice into a true culinary feast. Moreover, it is an excellent opportunity to use your favorite vegetables, adapting the recipe to your personal tastes and preferences.

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Servings: 4

### Ingredients:

- 1 small bowl of peas (about 150 g)
- 2 large onions
- 1 piece of celeriac (about 100 g)
- 1 small zucchini
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 carrot
- 100 g white rice
- 100 g red rice
- 100 g black rice
- 1 teaspoon curry
- 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons salty soy sauce
- 1 piece of fresh ginger (about 5 cm)

### Instructions:

1. Preparing the vegetables: Start by finely chopping the two onions, celeriac, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Make sure to use a sharp knife for even cuts. The peeled ginger is sliced thinly, and the carrot is grated using a fine grater to easily integrate into the dish. The zucchini is cut into cubes of about 1 cm.

2. Cooking the rice: Rinse the white, red, and black rice well under cold water to remove excess starch. Boil each type of rice separately, according to the package instructions, being careful not to overcook them to maintain texture. The white rice takes about 15 minutes, while the red and black rice may require 20-25 minutes.

3. Sautéing the vegetables: In a large skillet or wok, add a little olive oil and heat it over medium heat. Add the onions and celeriac, sautéing them for 3-4 minutes until they become translucent. Then, add the red and green bell peppers, carrot, zucchini, and peas, stirring constantly. Cook the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until they become slightly soft but still crunchy.

4. Adding the spices: Once the vegetables are cooked, add the ginger slices, curry, sweet soy sauce, and salty soy sauce. Mix well so that the flavors combine. Cook everything for 2-3 minutes to allow the sauces to absorb into the vegetables.

5. Combining the rice with the vegetables: Add the cooked rice to the skillet, carefully mixing everything together. Ensure that the rice is well coated in the sauces and vegetables for a homogeneous and flavorful dish.

6. Serving: The mixed rice with vegetables is served hot, garnished with fresh coriander or parsley leaves for an extra touch of freshness. You can also add some toasted sesame seeds for a crunchy texture.

### Practical tips:

- Variations: This recipe is extremely versatile. You can add proteins like tofu or chicken to make the meal more substantial. You can also experiment with other seasonal vegetables like broccoli or cauliflower.
- Sauces: If you are looking for a more intense flavor, you can add a few drops of chili sauce or fish sauce for an extra kick.
- Storing rice: If you have leftover cooked rice from another meal, you can use it, adjusting the cooking time of the vegetables and adding a small amount of water to reheat it.

This mixed rice with vegetables is not only a delicious dish but also a healthy and quick option, ideal for any occasion. Enjoy it with loved ones and savor a meal full of color and flavor!

 Ingredients: 1 small bowl of peas, 2 large onions, 1 zucchini, 1 red bell pepper, 1 green bell pepper, 1 carrot, white rice, red rice, black rice, curry, sweet soy sauce, salty soy sauce, 1 piece of fresh ginger