Vegetarian Thai Fried Rice

Escape to the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this irresistible Vegetarian Thai Fried Rice. Crafted with fragrant jasmine rice, colorful vegetables like carrots, red bell peppers, and peas, and seasoned with a perfect blend of soy sauce and vegetarian oyster sauce, this recipe delivers an authentic taste of Thailand in just 25 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights, this dish uses chilled, day-old rice for the perfect texture, while fresh cilantro, green onions, and a squeeze of lime add bright, zesty notes. Customize your fried rice with optional roasted cashews or peanuts for a satisfying crunch. Whether you're seeking a healthy, gluten-free option or simply a quick and flavorful meal, this versatile recipe will undoubtedly become a go-to favorite in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Jasmine rice (cooked and chilled)
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 medium Shallot (finely chopped)
• 1 medium Carrot (diced)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.75 cups Frozen peas
• 3 tablespoons Light soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 1.5 tablespoons Vegetarian oyster sauce (or mushroom sauce for vegans)
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 Green onions (sliced)
• 0.25 cups Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 Lime (cut into wedges)
• 0.25 cups Optional: roasted cashews or peanuts (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Ensure the rice is cooked and chilled beforehand. Day-old rice works best for this recipe as it's less sticky.

Step 2

Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and chopped shallot. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced carrot and red bell pepper to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Add the frozen peas and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 6

Push the vegetables to one side of the wok and add the cooked rice to the other side. Break up any clumps with a spatula.

Step 7

Drizzle the soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, and sugar evenly over the rice. Stir well to coat the rice and vegetables with the sauces.

Step 8

Continue stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.

Step 9

Remove from heat and mix in the sliced green onions and chopped cilantro.

Step 10

Serve the fried rice warm, garnished with lime wedges for squeezing over the dish. If desired, top with roasted cashews or peanuts for extra crunch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1358.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1752.2

Total Fat 45.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3843.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 297.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 29.1g
Protein 42.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 276.6mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 1868.9mg	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: 23.0%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 67.4%