Vegan Ginger Fried Rice

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Vegan Ginger Fried Rice is a delicious and healthy dish made with stir-fried rice, vegetables, and flavored with fresh ginger. This recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a flavorful vegan meal that can be prepared quickly.

To make vegan ginger fried rice, cooked rice is first stir-fried in a pan with sesame oil and ginger. Then, vegetables such as carrots, bell peppers, and peas are added to the pan and sautéed until tender. The dish is finished with a splash of soy sauce, green onions, and fresh cilantro.

The ginger adds a subtle spicy and tangy flavor to the rice while the vegetables provide a nice crunch and sweetness. The green onions and cilantro add freshness and brighten up the dish. This vegan ginger fried rice is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or as a side dish to your favorite Asian-inspired meal.

Vegan Ginger Fried Rice Ingredients

4 cups cooked rice (chilled overnight)4 tbsp neutral oil of choice2 tbsp ginger (finely minced)2 tbsp scallion (chopped, white & green parts separated)1/2 cup carrots (diced)1 cup red & green bell peppers (diced)1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)1 tbsp light soy sauce1/2 tsp salt (to taste)1/4 tsp ground white pepper (to taste)1 tbsp sesame oil

Steps

In a wok or large pan, heat oil on high.When hot, add ginger & fry for 1 min (stirring continuously)Add white part of scallions & carrots, fry for 1 min.Add bell pepper & fry for 1 min.Add rice, corn kernels, soy sauce, salt & pepper, stir to mix everything well.Taste to adjust seasoning, remove from heat, drizzle sesame oil & green part of scallions, mix well.To serve, ladle fried rice into serving plates or bowls & garnish with finely julienned ginger (optional)