Orange-Scallion Brown Rice

By cserumga

Perk up precooked brown rice with fresh orange rind, a faintly floral note that's welcome in stir-fries and other classic Asian dishes. If you like, you can add chopped toasted almonds or peanuts for extra crunch.

Ingredients

• 2 (8.8-oz.) pkg. precooked brown rice (such as Uncle Ben's)
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions
• 1 teaspoon grated orange rind
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from cookinglight.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat rice in microwave according to package directions.

2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add green onions; sauté 2 minutes. Stir in rind, salt, and pepper; cook 1 minute. Stir in rice; cook 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated.