Vegetarian Japanese Fried Rice (Yakimeshi)

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Vegetarian Japanese Fried Rice (Yakimeshi), a quick and flavorful dish packed with umami-rich ingredients and fresh vegetables. Featuring perfectly stir-fried Japanese short-grain rice, this recipe combines the savory depth of soy sauce and toasted sesame oil with the vibrant crunch of carrots, green peas, and aromatic ginger and garlic. Scrambled eggs add a satisfying touch of protein, while sliced green onions bring a pop of freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile fried rice is the perfect way to transform leftover rice into a hearty main course or a delightful side dish. Easy to make, rich in authentic Japanese flavors, and ideal for meal prep, this vegetarian Yakimeshi will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked Japanese short-grain rice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 0.5 cup green peas, frozen or fresh
• 3 stalks green onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large egg, beaten
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Ensure the rice is cooked and cooled before starting. It's best if the rice is prepared a day in advance and refrigerated, as this helps prevent it from becoming mushy when fried.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove the scrambled eggs from the pan and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add minced ginger and garlic, and sauté for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced carrots and green peas to the pan. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 6

Add the cooked rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Fry the rice, stirring constantly, for about 3-5 minutes.

Step 7

Return the scrambled eggs to the pan and add the sliced green onions.

Step 8

Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice and stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes until everything is well mixed and heated through.

Step 10

Serve hot as a main dish or as a side. Enjoy your Vegetarian Japanese Fried Rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1162.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1579.1

Total Fat 43.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 370mg	0%
Sodium 3102.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 256.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.8g
Protein 41.4g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 175.7mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 1089.4mg	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: 24.6%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 64.9%