Basil pesto Fried Rice Skillet

Method

1. Start by prepping your long-grain rice, olive oil, yellow onion so the cooking goes quickly.
2. Set a wide pan over medium heat and sweat the yellow onion in a little butter until translucent.
3. Add the fried rice and let it smoked-paprika, undisturbed, so it takes on real color before you stir.
4. Fold in the yellow onion and season generously; give everything a minute to come together.
5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook until thickened and glossy.
6. Taste and adjust, then finish with toasted nuts right before serving.
7. Plate it up while hot and pass extra at the table.