Quick & Flavorful Vegetable Fried Rice – So Easy to Make
This vibrant, nutrient-packed vegetable fried rice recipe brings together a medley of fresh vegetables and bold flavors. Featuring the crunch of carrots, peas, cabbage, and bell peppers, this dish promises a satisfying texture in every bite. Enhanced with a mix of savory soy sauce, tangy vinegar, and a hint of spice from chili sauce and paprika, the vegetable fry rice delivers a harmonious blend of tastes. The aromatic ginger garlic paste infuses the rice with a delightful fragrance, making this a wholesome and delectable meal. Adjust the salt and black pepper to your preference, and enjoy a delicious, health-conscious fried rice that’s perfect for any occasion.
Serving: 2
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- ¼ cup chopped carrot
- ¼ cup peas
- ¼ cup cabbage chopped
- ¼ cup green pepper (one of the healthiest green you can eat)
- ¼ cup red pepper (a powerful red food, read more about in my article 8 Powerful Red Foods)
- 2 tbsp chili sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 2 cups boiled rice
- 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
How to Make Vegetable Fried Rice
- Put ½ cup vegetable broth in a pan and heat it until it melts.
- Add ginger-garlic paste, green pepper, red pepper, peas, carrot, and cabbage, and stir fry for 5 minutes.
- Add salt, black pepper, chili sauce, vinegar, paprika, and soy sauce, and cook for 5 minutes more.
- Add boiled rice to this prepared mixture and mix it well on medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Serve peas and carrot rice hot.
Vegetable Fried Rice
Ingredients
- alt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- ¼ cup chopped carrot
- ¼ cup peas
- ¼ cup cabbage chopped
- ¼ cup green pepper one of the healthiest green you can eat
- ¼ cup red pepper a powerful red food, read more about in my article 8 Powerful Red Foods
- 2 tbsp chili sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 2 cups boiled rice
- 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
Instructions
- Put ½ cup vegetable broth in a pan and heat it until it melts.
- Add ginger-garlic paste, green pepper, red pepper, peas, carrot, and cabbage, and stir fry for 5 minutes.
- Add salt, black pepper, chili sauce, vinegar, paprika, and soy sauce, and cook for 5 minutes more.
- Add boiled rice to this prepared mixture and mix it well on medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Serve peas and carrot rice hot.
This Vegetable Fried Rice is part of the Plant Based Diet Cookbook For Beginners: 42 Easy Recipes For Healthy Eating: 2-Weeks Meal Plan With Nutrition Facts
To store vegetable fried rice properly and keep it fresh, follow these steps:
Refrigeration (Up to 4 Days)
Cool It Down Quickly – Let the fried rice cool to room temperature within 1 hour to prevent bacterial growth.
Use an Airtight Container – Transfer the rice to an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent it from absorbing fridge odors.
Store in the Fridge – Keep it in the refrigerator at 40°F (4°C) or below for up to 4 days.
Freezing (Up to 3 Months)
Portion It – Divide the rice into individual servings for easy reheating.
Use Freezer-Safe Bags or Containers – Remove as much air as possible before sealing.
Label & Freeze – Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Reheating
Stovetop: Heat in a pan over medium heat, adding a splash of water or oil to restore moisture.
Microwave: Cover with a damp paper towel and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each.
From Frozen: Thaw in the fridge overnight or reheat directly from frozen by stir-frying or microwaving with a little water.
For the best taste and texture, consume within a few days!
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