Watermelon Rind Stir Fry

Ingredients:

• 2 tsp Sesame Oil
• 2 cups Watermelon rind julienned (white part only, from about 1/2 seedless watermelon)
• 1 cup Carrots julienned
• 1/2 cup Chives cut into 3 inch pieces
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
• 1 tbsp Fish Sauce
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 1 inch piece Ginger minced
• 1/2 cup Basil Leaves fresh, torn
• 1/4 cup Mint Leaves
• 1/4 cup Cilantro Leaves
• Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional

Instructions:

1. Heat sesame oil in a wok over high heat. Add the watermelon rind and carrots and stir fry, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes. Let sit over high heat for 1 additional minute without stirring.
2. Add the chives and stir to combine.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, fish sauce, garlic and ginger.
4. Pour the sauce over the watermelon rind and cook, stirring, 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Transfer to a serving dish. Add the basil, cilantro, and mint, tossing to combine. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, if desired, and serve as a side dish.