Description
Easy Veggie Fried Rice is a quick, vibrant, and nutritious dish loaded with crisp vegetables, fragrant rice, and a perfect blend of seasonings. Ready in under 20 minutes, it is ideal for busy weeknights and offers a wholesome, customizable meal that brings color and fresh flavors to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice
- 2 cups cooked day-old rice
Vegetables
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped green beans
Aromatics and Seasonings
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
Protein (Optional)
- 2 eggs, scrambled (or 1 cup cubed tofu)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Wash and dice all vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Scramble eggs or cube tofu if using. Ensure rice is cold or day-old for best texture.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring until fragrant to release flavors.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add the diced carrots, peas, bell peppers, and green beans to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are vibrant and slightly tender but still crisp.
- Mix in Rice and Sauce: Add the cold rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps. Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the mixture, tossing to combine and heat through evenly.
- Add Protein and Garnish: Fold in scrambled eggs or tofu cubes, then remove from heat. Top with freshly chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use cold, day-old rice to prevent mushiness and keep grains separate.
- Cook on high heat to get a good sear without sogginess.
- Have all ingredients prepped before cooking since the stir-fry process is quick.
- Allow brief resting periods during cooking to develop slight caramelization for extra flavor.
- Adjust soy sauce and seasonings at the end to balance flavors perfectly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: veggie fried rice, easy fried rice, vegetable stir fry, quick rice recipe, weeknight dinner, gluten-free fried rice, vegan fried rice option
