Start your 3/4 cup uncooked rice in a pot or in a rice maker (day-old rice is better, but freshly cooked will also do)
Cut sweet peppers in half length-wise, remove the seeds then thinly slice
If you’re using zucchinis or squash in your fried rice, halve lengthwise and slice into half-rounds
Heat up the oil in a large pan. If you’re using zucchini or squash, start by browning it in the hot oil with a pinch of salt and pepper then set aside
If you’re not using zucchini or squash, go directly to browning your choice of ground meat with a dash of salt and pepper
Once the meat is almost fully cooked (little to no pink left), throw in the sliced sweet peppers in the pan and cook until meat is fully cooked and the sweet peppers are softened
While your meat and sweet peppers cook, beat the egg(s) in a small bowl with another dash of salt and pepper
Once the meat and bell peppers are cooked, push to one side of the pan, then pour in the beaten egg to cook
Once the eggs are cooked, mix with the meat and add the zucchini/squash back in
Add the rice and mix with all the ingredients
Add the soy sauce and vinegar and mix well - make sure to start with the smallest amount of soy sauce and add more as you taste. Once you achieve the saltiness level best suited for your taste, it’s ready to be served!
Enjoy as is, or top with thinly sliced scallions or red pepper flakes for some kick
