Vegetarian Fried Feta Rice Recipe

This Vegetarian Fried Feta Rice is a flavorful and satisfying dish made with cooked rice, crispy fried feta cheese, and a medley of vegetables. It is a simple and quick recipe that can be prepared in just a few minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend lunch, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked rice
• 8 ounces feta cheese
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
4. In a separate non-stick skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
5. Cut the feta cheese into small squares or triangles.
6. Place the feta cheese in the hot skillet and cook until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes per side.
7. Once the feta cheese is crispy, remove it from the skillet and set it aside.
8. Add the cooked rice to the vegetable mixture in the large skillet.
9. Drizzle the soy sauce over the rice and vegetables, and sprinkle with dried oregano and paprika.
10. Stir well to combine all the ingredients and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the rice is heated through.
11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12. Transfer the fried feta cheese to the skillet with the rice and gently stir to distribute it throughout the dish.
13. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
14. Serve hot and enjoy!

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