Ginger Fried Rice

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon grapeseed or canola oil
• 3 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2 cups thinly vertically sliced onion
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups cooked short-grain rice, chilled
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
• Cilantro sprigs (optional)

Preparation

1. Heat grapeseed oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; add ginger and garlic. Cook 10 minutes or until browned and crisp, stirring constantly. Remove from pan; set aside.
2. Add sliced onion to pan; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook 10 minutes or until soft; stir occasionally. Sprinkle salt over onion; increase heat to medium-high. Add rice; cook 4 minutes or until heated, stirring frequently.
3. Make a well in center of rice; add eggs, stirring to scramble. Gradually incorporate eggs into rice; stir in ginger mixture, green onions, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.