Chinese Veggie and Rice Stir-Fry
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- 1 cup brown rice
- 1/2 lb broccoli
- 2 medium celery stalks
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 small jalapeño
- 1 clove garlic
- 6 ounces boneless chicken
- 2 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch
- 2 Tbsp canola oil
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
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Cook rice following package directions. Set aside. Cover to keep warm. While rice is cooking, make veggie mixture.
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Rinse and chop broccoli and celery. Peel, rinse, and chop carrots. Rinse and mince jalapeño. Peel and finely chop garlic.
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If using chicken, remove any skin. Cut chicken into small pieces.
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In a small bowl, stir together soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch. Add 1 teaspoon of the minced jalapeño. Stir.
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In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add ground ginger and stir. Add chicken or tofu. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly browned and starting to cook through, about 2 minutes.
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Add chopped veggies. Stir frequently. Cook until veggies are tender and chicken is completely cooked but not dry, about 5–7 minutes.
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Add soy sauce mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer until sauce is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
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Serve over warm brown rice.