Fried rice with broccoli and cashews

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This is a great weeknight side dish that comes together quickly. Pre-cooked meat can be added to turn it into a main course.

Fried Rice with broccoli and cashews

• half a medium onion, diced
•  1 1/2 cups broccoli, cut small
• 2 large garlic cloves, minced
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 cups cooked rice (1 cup cooked in chicken or vegetable broth)
• 1/4 cup chopped cashews
• salt/pepper to taste

Set a heavy skillet with two tablespoons sesame oil over medium heat. Once oil is hot throw onion and garlic in the skillet; stir-fry until the onion is tender, about one to two minutes. Add the broccoli and soy sauce; stir-fry until for about a minute. It should still be a bit crisp. Remove mixture and place on a plate. Put the remaining oil in the skillet to heat. Once hot, add the rice, breaking up any clumps, until heated through, about two minutes. Add the eggs; stir until scrambled, about a minute. Return the vegetable mixture to the pan and stir to combine. Salt and pepper to taste. Top with cashews. Serve immediately.

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