Vegetarian Prawn Fried Rice

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Vegetarian Prawn Fried Rice—a plant-based twist on the classic takeout favorite. Featuring tender, flavorful plant-based prawns, fluffy long-grain rice, and a medley of vibrant vegetables like carrots and peas, this dish is both satisfying and packed with texture. Infused with the bold flavors of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, each bite is a perfect balance of savory and aromatic excellence. Not only is it quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, but it's also a one-pan wonder that's ideal for busy evenings or meal prep. Topped with crisp spring onions for a fresh finish, this vegetarian fried rice is a delicious, crowd-pleasing meal that’s sure to become a regular on your menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 200 grams plant-based prawns
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 pieces spring onions, sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by rinsing the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This reduces excess starch, making the rice fluffy when cooked.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of rice and 2 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and allow it to simmer for 15 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it stand covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and set aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the plant-based prawns and sauté them for about 5 minutes until they are lightly browned and heated through. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Once hot, add the minced garlic, minced ginger, and chopped onion. Sauté for 2 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 5

Add the diced carrot and cook for another 3 minutes until the carrot starts to soften.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 7

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the cooked rice, spreading it out. Let it cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes to get a bit of a crispy texture.

Step 8

Mix the vegetables with the rice. Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice and vegetables, stirring everything evenly to ensure the rice is well coated.

Step 9

Add the cooked plant-based prawns back into the skillet and stir to combine. Season the fried rice with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 10

Sprinkle the sliced spring onions over the top and toss everything together.

Step 11

Serve the Vegetarian Prawn Fried Rice hot in bowls and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1331.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1029.9

Total Fat 47.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3777.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 111.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 17.2g
Protein 41.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 217.1mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 1261.1mg	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: 41.3%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 42.9%