Thai Fried Rice With Vegetable Ribbons

Set a strainer in the sink and place carrot , leek , and pea strips in it.

Pour boiling water over vegetables for about 12 seconds.

Set vegetables aside.

In a large nonstick skillet , heat oil over medium heat.

Add vegetables , garlic , and rice and saute until heated through and fragrant , 4 minutes.

In a small bowl , whisk together lime juice and pulp , honey , hot pepper sauce , peanut butter , and basil or mint , if used.

Add to rice mixture and toss well to combine.

Serve hot.

carrot, leek, snow peas, peanut oil, cooked rice, lime, juice of, honey, hot pepper sauce, peanut butter, fresh basil