Dairy-Free Spicy Fried Red Rice

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Dairy-Free Spicy Fried Red Rice recipe! Packed with wholesome, nutty red rice and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, and peas, this dish bursts with texture and nutrition. Sautéed in aromatic sesame oil with hints of garlic and ginger, the stir-fry is finished with a bold blend of soy sauce, sriracha, and rice vinegar for a spicy, tangy kick. Perfectly seasoned and garnished with scallions and toasted sesame seeds, this one-pan meal is easy to prepare, entirely dairy-free, and customizable for gluten-free diets. Whether you're meal prepping or looking for a quick, satisfying dinner option, this spicy fried red rice is sure to impress your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Red rice
• 3 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 1 medium (diced) Onion
• 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 1 teaspoon (grated) Ginger
• 1 large (julienned) Carrot
• 1 medium (thinly sliced) Bell pepper
• 0.5 cups Frozen peas
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
• 2 teaspoons Sriracha or hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
• 2 stalks (chopped) Scallions (green onions)
• 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the red rice thoroughly under cold water. Add it to a pot with 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Set aside.

Step 2

While the rice is cooking, prepare the vegetables: dice the onion, mince the garlic, grate the ginger, julienne the carrot, and thinly slice the bell pepper.

Step 3

In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the julienned carrot, sliced bell pepper, and frozen peas to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sriracha, and rice vinegar.

Step 7

Add the cooked red rice to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the soy sauce mixture over everything and stir well to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the spice level by adding more sriracha if desired.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped scallions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1559.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1595.0

Total Fat 39.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3869.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 275.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.4g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 39.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 238.8mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1250.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.8%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 68.3%