Cook the basmati rice and let it cool completely. Learn how to cook Basmati rice in Instant Pot. You can keep the cooked rice in the refrigerator to get extra-firm rice if you prefer. You can also use leftover rice for this recipe.Also, chop the vegetables and keep them ready.
Stir Fry:
Heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add finely chopped garlic and stir fry till the garlic turns crispy and golden.
Remove one to two teaspoons of stir-fried garlic for garnish at the end.
Then add white spring onions, green chili, and saute on high, for about a minute till onions are slightly soft.
Add the vegetables and stir fry for 2 to 3 minutes on high heat till they are tender and crisp. Do not overcook the veggies.
Add the cooked rice, soy sauce, vinegar, salt, and ground black pepper. Gently toss the rice and stir-fry until heated through. Adding vinegar is optional, you can skip it.
Finally, garnish with spring onion greens and reserved fried garlic. Serve garlic rice hot with a side of Gobi Manchurian.