Burmese Golden Fried Rice with Black Eyed Peas

black eyed peas

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Chickpeas provide a similar texture and are often more nutritious.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often less salty.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is a healthier fat option.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity and flavor profile.

Slice one onion into long strips.

Heat oil in a pan to medium high.

Add the sliced onions into the oil and fry until they achieve a dark gold color.

Add drained black-eyed peas and fry until the liquid has evaporated.

Add turmeric powder and mix well.

Add cooked rice and mix it in well with the black-eyed peas.

Season the rice with salt and a few drops of sesame oil.

Fry the rice on high heat for a few minutes.

Serve the rice with sliced cucumber and crispy fried shallots.

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