Simple Stir-fried Rice

Ingredients

• 1 cup rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 carrots
• 1⁄2 capsicum
• 2 rashers of bacon
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 spring onions

Method

1. Cook the rice either in the microwave or on the stove as per packet instructions.
2. Wash the carrot and capsicum under cold water. Finely dice and set aside. Finely dice the bacon and set aside.
3. Heat oil in a frypan over medium-high heat. Crack the eggs into a small bowl and lightly whisk with a fork. Pour eggs into the pan and cook for a few minutes until eggs are firm. Remove from pan and set aside.
4. Add bacon to the pan and fry for 1 minute. Add capsicum, carrot, frozen peas, precooked rice and soy sauce.
5. Slice egg into thin slices. Add to the pan.
6. Fry all ingredients for 2-3 minutes.
7. Thinly slice spring onions and serve stir fry rice with a sprinkle of spring onions on top.

Additional Information
Ready In: 15 minutes
Serves: 6

This rice slice is a delicious lunchbox idea, that can be used as an alternative to sandwiches. Enjoy warm or cool.
Vary flavourings by adding corn kernels, lean ham, grated pumpkin or carrot in place of the spinach.
Try using different types of cheeses like crumbled ricotta or feta.