Lunch: Vegetable Fried Rice

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen Red pepper jelly transforms Meatless Mondays from dull to delightful in this new favorite that will save you time in the kitchen and waiting for the delivery guy.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli

Health and fertility benefits of Vegetable Fried Rice

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system.

Ingredients

8 oz. broccoli crowns
3 tbsp. red pepper jelly
2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
4 tbsp. canola oil
1/2 package mushrooms
Kosher salt and pepper
2 clove garlic
1 piece fresh ginger
1 large carrot
1 1/2 c. frozen peas
3 c. cooked long-grain white rice
Sliced scallions

Instructions

Fill a large saucepan with 1 inch of water and fit with a steamer basket (or fill a large skillet with 1/2 inch of water). Bring the water to a boil. Thinly slice the broccoli stems and cut the tops into tiny florets. Place in the basket (or skillet), cover the pan and steam for 4 minutes. Transfer the broccoli to a large bowl.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the jelly and soy sauce; set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, tossing occasionally, for 4 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, carrot, and peas and cook, tossing, for 2 minutes. Add the jelly mixture and cook, tossing, until it melts, 30 seconds; transfer to the bowl with the broccoli.
Wash and dry the skillet, then heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add the rice and cook, tossing occasionally, until it begins to crisp at the edges, about 5 minutes. Fold in the vegetable mixture. Serve with the scallions, if desired.

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