Vegetarian Hibachi Fried Rice

Bring the flavors of your favorite Japanese steakhouse home with this Vegetarian Hibachi Fried Rice, a quick and satisfying dish that's as flavorful as it is easy to prepare. Using fragrant jasmine rice as the base, this recipe incorporates a colorful medley of diced carrots, vibrant green peas, and zesty green onions for a nutrient-packed delight. The secret lies in the classic hibachi-inspired cooking techniques: stir-frying the vegetables and eggs to perfection in a hot skillet or wok, then folding them into the rice with a drizzle of savory soy sauce and aromatic sesame oil. Whether you’re making it with fresh or day-old rice, this dish boasts a perfectly fluffy texture and a smoky, umami-packed flavor profile. Ready in under an hour, this vegetarian fried rice is an ideal main course or side dish for weeknight dinners and meal prep alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Jasmine Rice
• 4 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
• 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 3 stalks Green Onions
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 cup Frozen Peas
• 2 pieces Eggs
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by rinsing the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This will remove excess starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky.

Step 2

Combine the rinsed rice and water in a medium saucepan. Bring it to a boil over high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 4

Remove the rice from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool to room temperature or refrigerate for later use. Ideally, use day-old rice.

Step 5

Mince the garlic cloves, slice the green onions, and finely dice the carrot.

Step 6

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 8

Add the carrots and stir-fry for about 3 minutes, until they begin to soften.

Step 9

Push the carrots to one side of the skillet and crack the eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then mix with the carrots.

Step 10

Stir in the cooked jasmine rice, frozen peas, and green onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the peas are heated through, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 11

Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 12

Cook for an additional 2 minutes to let the rice soak in the flavors.

Step 13

Serve hot, garnished with additional sliced green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1825.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1280.2

Total Fat 51.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 3133.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 12.9g
Protein 39.6g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 286.4mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 1153.4mg	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: 36.2%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 51.5%