Easy Vegan Fried Rice
This easy vegan fried rice recipe is so colorful and full of flavor, and it is effortless to whip up in a jiffy! Add a protein, and it becomes the perfect main dish, or serve it as is, and it is the ideal side dish for your Chinese menu!
Why bother to have takeout when you can prepare this delicious Easy Vegan Fried Rice recipe at home in a heartbeat? It goes well with my Cauliflower Nuggets recipe or my General Tso’s Tofu recipe.
I have 2 videos of me preparing the fried rice, the first one I did live on Facebook and the second one is the Tasty style overhead video.
I used Bragg liquid aminos as the soy sauce alternative but you can substitute with coconut aminos (soy-free) or tamari (wheat-free) Also, you can substitute your favorite veggies in this dish or the brown rice for quinoa or cauliflower rice.
Ingredients For Vegan Fried Rice
- Coconut Oil: This oil is a staple in vegan cooking for its ability to withstand high heat and add a subtle sweetness and tropical aroma. .
- Onion: onion adds a foundational savory flavor that sweetens when cooked, enhancing the fried rice’s depth.
- Â Garlic: Garlic intensifies the dish with its pungent and spicy flavor, crucial for creating a robust taste profile in fried rice.
-  Fresh Ginger: Fresh ginger offers a sharp, peppery bite that complements the garlic and onion, contributing to the dish’s vibrant flavor palette.
- Â Red and yellow bell peppers: lovely color but also a sweet, mild crunch that contrasts nicely with the other textures.
-  Ground Turmeric: Turmeric provides a golden hue, along with anti-inflammatory benefits, enhancing the rice’s visual appeal.
- Â Carrot: Carrot brings a slight sweetness and crunchy texture, enriching the nutritional value and color diversity of the dish.
- Â Bragg Liquid Aminos: A gluten-free alternative to soy sauce, this ingredient adds a rich umami flavor that deepens the savory notes of the rice.
- Brown Rice: The base of the dish, brown rice offers a chewy texture and nutty flavor.
- Frozen Green Peas: Green peas provide pops of sweetness and vibrant color, adding a fresh element.
- Sesame Oil: Adds a hint of nutty flavor and aroma, enriching the final dish subtly while enhancing its Asian-inspired taste.
- Â Green Onion: If used, green onions garnish the dish with a mild, oniony crunch and a burst of color.
How To Prepare Vegan Fried Rice
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and saute until soft.
- Stir in garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds.Add bell peppers and cook for a minute.
- Add turmeric and cook until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- Stir in carrots and frozen peas, cook for another 2 minutes. Keep stirring.
- Add Bragg’s liquid aminos and stir to fully coat the vegetables.
- Add rice and stir to fully combine. Turn off the stove and stir in sesame oil and green onions. Serve immediately.
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Easy Vegan Fried Rice
Equipment
- 1 wok or large skillet
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1/2 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- 1/2 cup red and yellow bell peppers chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 medium carrot diced
- 2 tablespoons Bragg liquid aminos
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1/2 cup frozen green peas
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté until soft.
- Stir in garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds. Add bell peppers and cook for a minute.
- Add turmeric and cook until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- Stir in carrots and frozen peas, and cook for another 2 minutes. Keep stirring.
- Add Bragg’s liquid aminos and stir to fully coat the vegetables.
- Add rice and stir to fully combine. Turn off the stove and stir in sesame oil and green onions. Serve immediately.
Michelle—Why is it I can’t I find a bad recipe lol. Another five stars. So simple and delicious. I did use coconut amino instead of the liquid amino.
Anthony, you are definitely one of my best readers, thank you for sharing your feedback. I’m happy you enjoyed it. Happy the coconut aminos worked.
This was very delicious. It will definitely make our regular rotation:)
Mike, that is awesome. I’m happy you enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing your feedback.
This was really good! I was looking for an easy, pantry-friendly vegan fried rice. I substituted the peppers for broccoli only because I didn’t have peppers. This was easy, delicious, and healthy. It will definitely be a weekly addition to our menu. Thank you!
Muriel, I’m so happy you enjoy. Thank you very much for your feedback.
One of my favorite foods,i am going to make it for my family
I tried this recipe today and it was easy and delicious. Even my 16 year old son devoured it and agreed it’s definitely a keeper. Thank you!!
That’s wonderful Lisa, I’m so happy you and your son enjoyed it, thank you for leaving your feedback.
I just made this tonight and my family loved it! I was in a dark place with the healthy food I was making making me regret my life choices until I stumbled across your website. I knew healthy food could taste good and this proved it. I tweaked it a bit by adding fresh pineapple and tofu that I marinated over night with liquid aminos, orange juice, ginger and orange zest. I also omitted the oil. OMG!!! I’m definitely making again. Thank you for resuscitating my healthy lifestyle goals!!!
Wow Jacqueline, I’m so happy you enjoyed it. That’s awesome, love your adjustments. Thank you for sharing with us and I’m happy you found my website.
Hi, I loved this quick recipe! It didn’t say when to add the frozen peas so I added them shortly after the carrots.
That’s exactly where it should have gone, thank you Marianne, I have edited the recipe.
Yummy. I served with breaded barbeque tofu and barbe-fried chicken for those who do not like tofu.
My family really enjoyed this dish. Thanks for the recipe.
That’s awesome Samantha, I’m so happy they did. Thank you for your feedback. Happy Holidays!
Love quick recipes
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