Description
Vegan Fried Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s loaded with fresh vegetables and enhanced by a savory miso paste sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as a delightful side, this easy recipe is not only nutritious but also satisfies both vegans and non-vegans alike. With its colorful medley of ingredients and the umami richness from miso and sesame seeds, this fried rice will surely become a favorite in your home. Plus, it’s adaptable—swap in your preferred veggies or use up leftovers to create a unique dish every time.
Ingredients
- 3 cups chilled leftover rice
- 1 cup chopped broccoli
- 1 cup chopped cauliflower
- 1 large chopped carrot
- ½ cup frozen peas
- ½ cup frozen corn
- 1½ tablespoons white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons brown rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ginger
- 2 tablespoons oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Prepare chilled rice by cooking it ahead of time.
- Toast sesame seeds in a large skillet over medium heat until golden (about 3 minutes).
- Add broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots with oil to the skillet; sauté until fork-tender (5–7 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, combine miso paste, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, ginger, and water; mix well.
- Stir in peas, corn, and chilled rice into the skillet; pour the sauce over everything.
- Cook while stirring frequently until heated through (about 10 minutes).
- Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg