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Vegan Fried Rice

Easy Vegan Fried Rice Packed with Flavor in 30 Minutes

This Vegan Fried Rice is a quick, satisfying meal perfect for any weeknight dinner, capturing flavors of hibachi nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 3 cups cooked white rice Day-old rice works best.
For the Flavor Base
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter Swap for coconut oil if desired.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 tablespoon rice wine vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a suitable alternative.
  • 1/2 tablespoon sugar Feel free to use maple syrup instead.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup chopped onion Yellow or green onions are interchangeable.
  • 1/2 cup frozen or fresh peas Substitute with green beans or corn if needed.
  • 1/2 cup frozen or fresh carrots Introduce crunch; bell peppers can be an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup frozen or fresh shelled edamame You can use chickpeas as a substitute.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons furikake seasoning Optional but enhances flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons green onions Adds freshness and is a lovely garnish.

Equipment

  • Wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vegan Fried Rice
  1. Cook 3 cups of white rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
  2. Chop your vegetables: 1 cup of onion, 1/2 cup of peas, 1/2 cup of carrots, and 1/2 cup of shelled edamame.
  3. In a bowl, mix together 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of rice wine vinegar, and 1/2 tablespoon of sugar.
  4. Preheat a large wok over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of vegan butter.
  5. Add the prepared onions into the hot wok and sauté for about 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the chopped carrots, peas, and shelled edamame. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Pour the sauce mixture over the vegetables and gently add the cold rice.
  8. Continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring often.
  9. Remove the wok from heat and transfer the fried rice to serving dishes. Garnish with furikake and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using a well-seasoned wok allows for even heat distribution, which is key to achieving that perfect crispy texture.

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