Dairy-Free Garlic Fried Rice
Savor the irresistible flavors of this Dairy-Free Garlic Fried Rice, a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Featuring fluffy jasmine rice, fragrant garlic, and a medley of colorful vegetables like carrots and peas, this dish is lightly seasoned with soy sauce and finished with the nutty aroma of sesame oil. The key to its bold, savory taste lies in sautéing fresh garlic to golden perfection before tossing it with chilled rice, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this vegan-friendly fried rice is a versatile side or satisfying main dish that makes the most of pantry staples. Serve it warm and garnish with vibrant green onions for a simple yet delicious meal everyone will love!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably chilled)
- 5 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil (such as vegetable or canola)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 medium carrots, finely diced
- 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
Step 2
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds or until it becomes fragrant and lightly golden.
Step 3
Add the diced carrots to the pan and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Step 4
Stir in the peas and cook for another minute to heat through.
Step 5
Add the chilled jasmine rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Continue to stir and fry the rice with the vegetables and garlic for about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Pour the soy sauce over the rice, stirring well to evenly distribute the sauce.
Step 7
Add the salt and black pepper, adjusting the seasoning to taste.
Step 8
Sprinkle the chopped green onions into the rice and stir to combine.
Step 9
Drizzle the sesame oil over the finished rice for added aroma, then give it one final stir before removing the pan from heat.
Step 10
Serve the dairy-free garlic fried rice hot, garnished with additional chopped green onions if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1336.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1958.0 |
| Total Fat 45.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3001.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 342.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.5g | |
| Protein 43.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 271.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1411.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories