Description
Veggie Fried Rice is a colorful and delicious dish that brings together an array of vibrant vegetables and perfectly cooked jasmine rice, all stir-fried to create a satisfying meal. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a nutritious way to incorporate more veggies into your diet. With the flexibility to customize based on what you have on hand, this dish can cater to any palate. Whether enjoyed as a standalone meal or paired with proteins like chicken or tofu, Veggie Fried Rice delivers irresistible flavors and textures that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 2 eggs or tofu for added protein
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté until fragrant.
- Add mixed vegetables and cook for about 5 minutes until tender.
- If using eggs, push veggies aside and scramble them on the other side until fully cooked.
- Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps while mixing well with the vegetables and eggs.
- Pour soy sauce over the mixture and stir well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Finally, add chopped green onions and mix everything together for an additional minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg