French Bean Fried Rice

French bean or Yard Bean Fried Rice – it is simple and yet tasty. For a healthy diet by eating more vegetable, you may notice from the picture, the amount of vegetables used is real generous. Reduce the amount of vegetable used, if desired. Garnish with lightly toasted sesame seeds or finely shredded nori, if desired. Top with some crackers and tomatoes slices to make it more appealing. It is a Vegan dish! As indicated in the Vegan Key Chain.

Preparation: 10 mins, Cooking time: 8 mins

Ingredients (serves 2)
° 200g rice, cooked
° 200g French bean or yard bean(long bean), trimmed and finely sliced
° 50g carrot, peeled and finely diced
° 1 thin slice vegetarian ham (optional), finely diced
° 1 clove garlic or 1 slice ginger, finely chopped
° 1 tablespoon olive oil
° salt and pepper, to taste


Method
1. Heat oil in a wok. Add the ginger or garlic and fry till fragrant.
2. Throw in the French bean, carrot and vegetarian ham and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
3. Stir in the cooked rice. Season with salt and pepper. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until rice is heated through. Sprinkle with some water if it is too dry.
4. Serve hot.

Tip
1. Rice for frying must be cooked at least 2 hours in advance or the night before.