Mushroom Fried Rice
Fried rice with sautéed mushrooms — vegetarian version of classic fried rice. Earthy umami from mushrooms replaces meat. Best with day-old rice.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
27 min
Servings
6
Calories
431 cal
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Smart Servings Scaler
- Rice2 ¼ cups
- Mushroom300 g
- Soy Sauce3 tbsp
- Garlic4 ½ cloves
- Spring Onion1 ½
- Sesame Oil1 ½
- Salt1 ½ tsp
- Black Pepper¾ tsp
All quantities scaled automatically from 6 servings.
Ingredients
Makes 6 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Rice2.25 cups
- Mushroom300 g
- Soy Sauce3 tbsp
- Garlic4.5 cloves
- Spring Onion1.5
- Sesame Oil1.5
- Salt1.5 tsp
- Black Pepper0.75 tsp
Instructions
- 1
Use 4 cups cooked day-old rice. Break up clumps. Pat dry.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in wok over highest heat. Cook 8 oz sliced mushrooms (cremini or mixed) 5-6 minutes until deeply browned. Set aside.
- 3
Add 1 more tablespoon oil. Add 2 beaten eggs, scramble for 30 seconds. Push to side.
- 4
Add 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn). Stir-fry 2 minutes.
- 5
Add the cold rice. Toss constantly for 2-3 minutes until heated through and slightly browned.
- 6
Return mushrooms. Drizzle 2 tablespoons soy sauce + 1 teaspoon sesame oil around rim. Toss. Add chopped scallions. Serve immediately.
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.Day-old rice. Essential for proper texture.
- 2.Brown mushrooms hard. Umami depth replaces meat.
- 3.Highest heat.
- 4.Don't overcrowd.
🔬 Why It Works
Mushroom fried rice succeeds because the deeply browned mushrooms provide the umami depth that meat would normally contribute. Day-old rice prevents clumping; high heat creates the wok hei flavor. Quick vegetarian dinner.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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