Vegetable Fried Rice

In a saucepan bring water to a boil. Stir in rice. Reduce heat cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Meanwhile heat peanut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add onions bell pepper garlic and pepper flakes to taste. Cook 3 minutes stirring occasionally.

Increase heat to medium-high and stir in cooked rice green onions and soy sauce. Stir-fry for 1 minute. Add peas and cook 1 minute more. Remove from heat. Add sesame oil and mix well. Garnish with peanuts if desired.