Buffalo Chicken Casserole Recipe Using Food from the Food Bank

ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: bologna

Turkey ham reduces fat while bologna is a budget-friendly option.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce is healthier, while tamari is gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, and canola oil is a cost-effective substitute.

peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Edamame is healthier, while mixed vegetables are budget-friendly.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add diced ham and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Push the ham to one side of the skillet and crack eggs into the empty space.

Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then mix with the ham.

Add minced garlic and ginger, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add cooked rice, breaking up any clumps, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.

Pour soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice, mixing well to combine.

Add chopped green onions, diced carrots, peas, and bell pepper.

Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Season with black pepper and salt to taste.

Add bean sprouts and toss gently to combine.

Remove from heat and serve hot.

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