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Budget Thai Vegetable Rice Bowl

Easy Budget Thai Vegetable Rice Bowl That Bursts with Flavor

Budget Thai Vegetable Rice Bowl offers vibrant, flavorful meals crafted with simple ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Use fragrant jasmine rice for an authentic and fluffy foundation.
  • 1.25 cups Water Adjust water quantity to achieve perfectly cooked rice.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances natural flavor.
For the Vegetable Mix
  • 1 cup Carrots Shredded or thinly sliced.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Brightly colored varieties.
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage Thinly sliced.
  • 1 cup Green Onions Chopped.
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped.
For the Tangy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Provides essential tanginess.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Offers a salty, umami backbone.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Balances acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger Grated.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Optional, for heat.
Optional Toppings
  • 0.25 cup Crushed Peanuts For crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Toasted.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Basil Leaves

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear, then combine with 1¼ cups water and a pinch of salt.
  2. Bring the rice mixture to a gentle boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes until tender.
  3. Whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and chili flakes until sugar dissolves.
  4. Toss carrots, bell peppers, red cabbage, green onions, and cilantro in a bowl for a vibrant mix.
  5. Spoon warm rice into bowls, layer vegetables on top, and drizzle the tangy sauce evenly.
  6. Sprinkle crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, and basil over each bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve warm and fresh for the best flavor and texture. Optionally garnish with lime wedges.

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