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Instant Pot Kung Pao Chicken

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In a quick and easy Instant Pot recipe, you can enjoy the strong flavors of Kung Pao Chicken. A savory and slightly spicy sauce is mixed with tender chicken thighs. Crunchy peanuts and fragrant spices go well with the sauce. Great for a filling dinner during the week Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ginger, minced 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup hoisin sauce 1/4 cup rice vinegar 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup roasted peanuts 4-6 dried red chili peppers, chopped adjust according to spice preference 2 green onions, chopped for garnish Cooked rice, for serving Instructions: Put the Instant Pot on Saut and add the oil Cut up the garlic and ginger and add them to the hot oil Cook for about one minute Put the chicken piec...

Vegetable Fried Rice

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Quick and easy Vegetable Fried Rice with couscous instead of rice. This dish is great for a quick meal during the week because it is full of colorful vegetables and tasty flavors. Ingredients: 2 cups cooked couscous 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup diced carrots 1 cup diced bell peppers assorted colors 1 cup frozen peas 1/2 cup diced onions 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 eggs, beaten 3 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil Salt and pepper to taste Green onions for garnish Instructions: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat Add the diced carrots and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften Add the diced bell peppers, frozen peas, and diced onions Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the em...