Delight in a delectable Vegetable Fried Rice recipe bursting with colorful mixed vegetables, seasoned with aromatic spices, and customizable with either tofu or eggs, providing a nutritious and flavorsome dish ready in mere minutes!
What You Need
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- ½ cup coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon agave
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- ½ cup extra firm tofu (pressed of water) or two regular eggs (if not vegan/egg-free)
How To Make Vegetable Fried Rice
- Cook 2 cups of white rice according to package instructions.
- Heat a large wok or skillet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add finely chopped onion and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in frozen mixed vegetables and cook until thawed.
- Add cooked rice, coconut aminos, agave, garlic powder, and sriracha. Cook for 2 minutes, ensuring the rice and veggies are evenly coated and heated through.
- Push the rice to one side of the skillet, then add either scrambled eggs or tofu cubes to the other side. Cook until eggs are lightly scrambled or tofu turns golden.
- Mix everything together and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and visual appeal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I store leftovers?
To store leftovers of your Vegetable Fried Rice, allow it to cool to room temperature first. Then, transfer it into an airtight container or resealable plastic bag. Place it in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days for optimal freshness. When reheating, you can use the microwave or stovetop, adding a splash of water to prevent the rice from drying out. Enjoy your tasty leftovers as a convenient and satisfying meal option!
Vegetable Fried Rice
Enjoy a quick and flavorful Vegetable Fried Rice, packed with vibrant mixed vegetables, aromatic spices, and your choice of protein, perfect for a satisfying meal in just minutes!
Equipment
- large skillet or wok
- silicone spatula
- cutting board and knife for chopping veggies
Ingredients
Vegetable Fried Rice Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- ½ cup coconut aminos or low sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon agave
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- ½ cup extra firm tofu pressed of water or two regular eggs if not vegan/egg-free
Instructions
Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe Instructions
- Begin making the vegetable fried rice by cooking 2 cups of white rice.
- Bring a large wok or skillet with olive oil to medium high heat. Add the onion once the oil is hot and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the vegetables and cook until they have thawed. Add the rice, coconut aminos, agave, garlic powder, and sriracha. Cook stirring for 2 minutes until the rice and veggies are nice and hot.
- Push the rice to one side of the wok or skillet and either crack two regular eggs into the skillet or add ½ cup of extra firm tofu that has been pressed of excess water. Cook the eggs until they are lightly scrambled or cook the tofu until it begins to become golden, then, mix in the rest of the contents of the skillet. Cook, stirring, for 5-10 minutes and then remove from heat.
- Serve the vegetable fried rice topped with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 257kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 809mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 4626IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg
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