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Simple Vegan Fried Rice

by Iosune - Published February 3, 2015 - Updated June 21, 2019

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Simple Vegan Fried Rice

You only need 7 ingredients to make this simple vegan fried rice and it’s ready in 15 or 20 minutes. I make this recipe very often and sometimes I add other veggies, depending what’s in season.

Here in Spain you can eat this dish at Chinese restaurants and is made with rice, peas, carrots, scramble eggs and ham. Some restaurants also add chicken or shrimp. I use peas, carrots and tofu and I don’t use any substitute for the ham, but you can add sun dried tomatoes or any vegan meat.

I know some people avoid soy because they think it’s not a healthy food. I only eat soy products (like soy sauce, tofu or miso) about twice a week, but I use them to make some Simple Vegan Blog recipes because they’re are great to replace animal food.

Simple Vegan Fried Rice

I use extra virgin olive oil to fry the rice and the veggies, but other kinds of oil work too. If you’re searching for a fat-free version, boil or steam the vegetables and don’t fry the rice. Add some soy sauce or tamari to make the rice tastier.

Simple Vegan Fried Rice

Tofu is great to make vegan scramble eggs and it’s a super easy recipe. You just have to use a fork to crumble tofu into bite-sized pieces and cook it for about 5 minutes with a little bit of oil, salt, pepper, herbs or spices. I use turmeric powder to make the tofu looks like real eggs.

The recipe tastes amazing just like this, but I usually add soy or tamari sauce. Sweet and sour sauce and other Asian sauces work also great.

Simple Vegan Fried Rice

This meal is ideal if you don’t want to spend much time in the kitchen. It’s also the perfect dinner: simple and tasty. Don’t be afraid to eat carbs at night, Asians eat carbs all day long and they’re so lean and healthy.

If you make this simple vegan fried rice recipe, please leave a comment or tag a picture #simpleveganblog on Instagram or any other social network. We love to see your pictures and comments, it makes us very happy!

Simple Vegan Fried Rice

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Simple Vegan Fried Rice

★★★★★ 5 from 5 reviews
  • Author: Simple Vegan Blog
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x
  • Category: Main dish
  • Cuisine: Vegan, Chinese

You only need 7 ingredients to make this simple vegan fried rice and it’s ready in 15 or 20 minutes. Sometimes I add other veggies.

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup Basmati rice (150 g)
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 chopped carrot
  • 1/4 cup frozen peas (35 g)
  • 2.7 oz firm tofu (75 g)
  • ⅛ tsp turmeric powder
  • Sea salt (optional)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package directions. I recommend you to cook it the day before.
  2. Heat oil in a wok or skillet and sauté the chopped carrot over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add the peas and cook for another 3 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Use a fork to crumble the tofu into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Cook the tofu in the wok/skillet with a little bit of oil for about 5 minutes. Add the turmeric powder and some salt (optional) and stir. Set aside.
  5. Add more oil and cook the rice for 2 minutes, add the veggies, tofu and tamari or soy sauce and cook for 3 minutes more.

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About Iosune

Hey, I’m Iosune! I am a recipe developer, writer, and author of Simple Vegan Meals and Simple Vegan Smoothies CookBooks.

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  1. Aarohi Sonputri says

    March 26, 2019 at 01:07

    Tastes AMAZING! This is the type of vegan food that makes you feel bad for meat and dairy eaters. Amazing recipe! excited for more! ❤️

    Reply
    • Iosune says

      March 28, 2019 at 04:51

      Hi Aarohi! Thanks a lot 🙂 Hahaha I don’t feel about it because they can enjoy it as well 😛

      Reply
  2. Roem agustin says

    January 31, 2019 at 23:34

    Will try it looks good

    Reply
    • Iosune says

      February 1, 2019 at 17:31

      Hi Roem! Hope you enjoy it 🙂

      Reply
  3. Tami says

    December 14, 2018 at 02:57

    Loved this recipe…simple and quick especially when you have rice leftover from the day before. I also had some baked teriyaki tofu on hand so I used that instead!

    ★★★★★

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    • Iosune says

      December 14, 2018 at 07:58

      Hi Tami! Thanks a lot 🙂 Sounds great!

      Reply
  4. dannie says

    May 23, 2018 at 10:12

    I LOVE THE SIMPLICITY OF THIS RECIPE.THANKS SO SO MUCH.

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    • Iosune says

      May 24, 2018 at 09:45

      Hi Dannie! You’re so welcome 🙂 So glad you liked it!

      Reply
  5. Ciara says

    February 21, 2018 at 01:21

    This was so good that I am leaving a comment to rate this 5 stars. It deserves it! I added a sprinkle nutritional Yeast when frying (squeezed) tofu. Also used frozen bag of stir fry veggies 🙃. Doubled soy sauce at end as well YUMM!

    Reply
    • Iosune says

      March 25, 2018 at 03:45

      Hi Ciara! Thank you SO much 😀 So glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  6. Ally says

    November 6, 2017 at 11:40

    Hi! According to your measurements one whole cup contains 600 (!) grams of rice 😱 just how it’s possible? What is volume of your plain cup? Is it American ~ 250 ml cup or special spanish cup? Just interesting. Thank you!

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    • Iosune says

      November 7, 2017 at 10:13

      Hi Ally! It was a mistake, it’s 3/4 cup, sorry! We always use American cups. Have a nice day!

      Reply
  7. Heather says

    August 20, 2017 at 17:18

    How many people does this recipe serve??

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    • Iosune says

      August 21, 2017 at 13:49

      Hi Heather! For 2 people, as you can read in the recipe 🙂

      Reply
  8. Melissa says

    February 10, 2017 at 01:10

    Do you have to drain the tofu?

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    • Iosune says

      February 14, 2017 at 14:30

      Hi Melissa! No, I usually don’t 🙂 Have a nice day!

      Reply
      • Melissa says

        February 14, 2017 at 17:17

        Thank you! I made it a few days ago, i drained out the tofu. It was so good. My kids even ate it and loved it. Thank you!

        ★★★★★

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        • Iosune says

          February 23, 2017 at 09:54

          You’re so welcome! I’m so glad you liked it 😉

          Reply
  9. Britany says

    January 3, 2017 at 22:53

    I absolutely adore fried rice! Out of curiosity, do you ever recommend adding cooked quinoa to the mix of rice? I have some at home that I’m trying to use, and I’ve made just about every kind of salad and stuffed pepper I can find…
    Thanks for keeping these recipes simple! I love it!

    ★★★★★

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    • Iosune says

      January 16, 2017 at 18:38

      Hi Britany! I’ve never used quinoa to make this recipe, but I think it could work 🙂 Have a nice day!

      Reply
  10. Susan hayes says

    August 30, 2016 at 18:58

    Can I make this without tofu

    Reply
    • Iosune says

      August 31, 2016 at 11:30

      Hi Susan! Of course you can, just add your favorite veggies or ingredients 😉

      Reply
  11. María says

    August 18, 2016 at 12:30

    you’re the best vegan blog out there! so glad I’ve found you guys! this looks delicious, can’t wait to try it 😀

    ★★★★★

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    • Iosune says

      August 31, 2016 at 10:26

      Hi María! Thanks a lot, you’re so kind! Hope you enjoy the rice 😉

      Reply
  12. Millie says

    August 13, 2016 at 11:15

    Yum! This looks delcious.. I can’t wait to try it, my favorite fried rice is the simple style seasoned with soy so this sounds amazing!!
    xx

    ★★★★★

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    • Iosune says

      August 31, 2016 at 10:01

      Hi Millie! Hope you like it 😉

      Reply
  13. Ty says

    April 15, 2016 at 18:17

    Great recipe, although it’s not gluten free unless you use gluten free soy sauce.

    Reply
    • Iosune says

      April 22, 2016 at 16:52

      Hi Ty! Yes, I know, that’s why I say soy sauce or tamari because tamari is gluten-free soy sauce 😉 You choose!

      Reply
  14. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    February 4, 2015 at 09:03

    I can’t remember the last time that I made fried rice! Thanks for reminding me how delicious it is – I have to make this soon.

    Reply
    • Iosune says

      February 4, 2015 at 13:28

      Thank you Thalia!! It’s a delicious dish, I love it!!!!!

      Reply

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