Easy Vegan Fried Rice

White plate displaying vegan fried rice, garnished with green onions.

4.88 from 8 votes

Indulge in a hassle-free weeknight dinner with this Easy Vegan Fried Rice recipe. It's better than take-out, ready in just 20 minutes, and easily customizable with your favorite add-ins!

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Main Dish, Side Dish

Cuisine: Chinese

Diet: Vegan

Servings:

Calories: 271kcal

Author: Iosune

Ingredients

3 cups cooked and chilled long-grain white rice or 1 cup (185 grams) uncooked long-grain white rice
2 tablespoons oil I used canola oil
2 cloves of garlic minced
½ medium onion diced
1 large carrot peeled and diced
½ cup frozen peas
½ cup corn kernels or ½ batch of tofu scramble for a protein-rich egg substitute
2 tablespoons soy sauce
½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil
2 green onions thinly sliced, optional

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Instructions

This recipe works best with leftover rice. However, if you're making it from scratch, you can cook 1 cup (185 grams) of rice specifically for this recipe. Simply follow the package directions to cook the rice.
Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, onion, carrot, and peas, and cook for about 5 minutes or until they begin to soften. Then, add the corn kernels (or tofu scramble) and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
Add the rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the pan. Stir well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the rice is heated through.
Sprinkle the green onions over the rice and serve immediately.

Notes

Use Day-Old Rice: For optimal texture and flavor, use day-old rice. Leftover rice absorbs flavors better and prevents the dish from becoming mushy.
Flash-Freeze Freshly Cooked Rice: No pre-made rice? No worries. Flash-freeze freshly cooked rice for 15 minutes to mimic day-old texture and enhance flavor absorption.
Prep Ingredients in Advance: Chop everything beforehand to keep cooking smooth and prevent burning while searching for last-minute items.
Break Up Your Rice Before Cooking: Separate rice clumps with chopsticks or hands before adding to the pan to prevent smashing with a spatula.
Utilize a Hot Pan: Ensure your pan is adequately heated before adding ingredients. This helps to achieve that sought-after sear and prevents ingredients from sticking.

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