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Vegetable Fried Rice

Quick & Tasty Vegetable Fried Rice: Your 20-Minute Solution

Vegetable Fried Rice is a quick, customizable dish that is hearty and healthy, perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 2 cups cooked rice leftover rice works best
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables carrots, peas, corn, etc.
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 stalks green onions chopped
For Protein (Optional)
  • 2 large eggs can be replaced with tofu
For Flavoring
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium version optional
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil or vegetable oil as a substitute
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. If using uncooked rice, rinse 1 cup and boil it in 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and cover, simmer for about 15 minutes until tender.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil over medium heat. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add 2 cups of mixed vegetables to the skillet, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until bright in color and tender-crisp.
  4. Push sautéed vegetables to one side, crack 2 eggs into cleared space and scramble for 2-3 minutes until fully cooked.
  5. Add the prepared rice, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped green onions on top. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for the best texture. Customize veggies to your preference and watch cooking times to maintain vibrant color and crunch.

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