Soy-Free Prawn Fried Rice

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful Soy-Free Prawn Fried Rice, a perfect option for those avoiding soy-based sauces without compromising on taste. This protein-packed dish combines tender jasmine rice, succulent seared prawns, and a medley of vibrant veggies like carrots, peas, and green onions. The recipe skips soy sauce in favor of a savory fish sauce and zesty lime juice, creating a perfectly balanced umami-rich taste. Lightly scrambled eggs add a comforting texture, while fresh cilantro and lime bring a bright finish. Ready in under an hour, this quick and wholesome one-pan meal is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a nutritious twist on classic fried rice.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Jasmine rice
• 4 cups Water
• 1 pound Large prawns, peeled and deveined
• 3 tablespoons Cooking oil (such as avocado oil)
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 cup Carrots, diced
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 4 Green onions, sliced
• 2 Eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Begin by rinsing the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and set aside to cool.

Step 2

In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of the cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add the prawns and cook for about 4 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the prawns from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of cooking oil. Sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced carrots and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until they begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Pour the beaten eggs into the cleared side and scramble them until fully cooked. Mix the scrambled eggs with the vegetables.

Step 7

Add the cooled rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir in the cooked prawns.

Step 8

Drizzle the fish sauce and lime juice over the rice mixture, and season with salt and black pepper. Stir everything together, cooking for about 3-5 minutes until the rice is heated through.

Step 9

Garnish with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2478.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1800.3

Total Fat 55.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1229.3mg	0%
Sodium 5652.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 148.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 679.5mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 2802.0mg	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: 27.5%

Protein: 32.4%

Carbs: 40.1%