Veg Fried Rice

4.6(168 reviews)

Vegetable fried rice — pure vegetarian version. Day-old rice with mixed vegetables and Asian flavors.

Prep Time

15 min

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Cook Time

21 min

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Servings

6

Calories

413 cal

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Veg Fried Rice — homemade International vegetarian recipe with rice, carrot, cabbage, 6 servings, ready in 36 minutes
Vegetarian
Hard

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servings
  • Rice2 ¼ cups
  • Carrot1 ½ medium
  • Cabbage1 ½
  • Peas¾ cup
  • Spring Onion1 ½
  • Soy Sauce3 tbsp
  • Garlic4 ½ cloves
  • Sesame Oil1 ½
  • Salt1 ½ tsp

All quantities scaled automatically from 6 servings.

Ingredients

Makes 6 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust

  • Rice2.25 cups
  • Carrot1.5 medium
  • Cabbage1.5
  • Peas0.75 cup
  • Spring Onion1.5
  • Soy Sauce3 tbsp
  • Garlic4.5 cloves
  • Sesame Oil1.5
  • Salt1.5 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Use 4 cups cooked day-old rice. Break clumps.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 tablespoons oil in wok over highest heat. Add 3 beaten eggs, scramble 30 sec.

  3. 3

    Add 2 cups mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, edamame, bell pepper). Stir-fry 3 min.

  4. 4

    Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon ginger. Stir 30 sec.

  5. 5

    Add rice. Toss constantly 3 min.

  6. 6

    Drizzle 3 tablespoons soy + 1 teaspoon sesame oil around rim. Toss. Add scallions. Serve immediately.

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💡 Expert Tips

  • 1.Day-old rice.
  • 2.Highest heat.
  • 3.Don't crowd.
  • 4.Sauce around rim.

🔬 Why It Works

Vegetable fried rice succeeds with proper rice prep and high heat technique. The egg provides protein; the vegetables provide variety; the sauce provides flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Best rice?
Jasmine or basmati. Day-old.
Add protein?
Egg provides. Add tofu for vegan extra protein.
Vegan?
Skip egg, add tofu.
Best vegetables?
Frozen peas + carrots + corn classic. Plus fresh bell pepper, scallions.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)

Calories413kcal
Protein31g
Carbohydrates12g
Fat20g
Fiber1g
Sugar29g

* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.

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