Vegan Fried Rice
This savory fried rice brings together marinated mushrooms and your favorite veggies, all tossed with perfectly cooked rice for a satisfying, customizable, plant based meal.
Print TRADITIONAL Recipe
Servings: 4
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup Jasmine Rice (or preferred rice)
Mushrooms
- 4 tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce
- 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
- 1 tsp Olive or Sesame Oil
- Dash Black pepper (to taste)
- 16 oz Preferred Mushrooms King Trumpet, Lions Mane, or preferred variety
Veggies
- 1 tbsp Olive or Sesame Oil
- 1 Small Yellow Onion
- Handful Baby Carrots
- Handful Fresh Broccoli Florets
- Optional: Shredded Green Cabbage
Sauce
- 3 tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce
- 2 tbsp Miso Paste (or vegan oyster sauce, if preferred)
- 1 tbsp Minced Garlic
Final Touches
- 1 cup Frozen Peas or Edamame
- Diced Green Onions (for serving)
INSTRUCTIONS
PREPARE RICE - DAY BEFORE, IF POSSIBLE
- Cook rice according to package. For best results, cook it 1 day ahead & chill completely in the refrigerator. This helps the rice fry without getting mushy.1 cup Jasmine Rice
PREPARE MARINADE & MUSHROOMS
- Whisk all marinade ingredients together in a small bowl.4 tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce, 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar, 1 tsp Olive or Sesame Oil, Dash Black pepper
- Gently wipe mushrooms with a damp cloth to remove any debris.16 oz Preferred Mushrooms
- Cut mushrooms into bite sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Pour the marinade over the mushrooms and toss to coat. Set aside.
PREPARE & COOK VEGGIES
- Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.1 tbsp Olive or Sesame Oil
- Dice onion and carrots and add to the skillet. Sauté until just crisp tender.1 Small Yellow Onion, Handful Baby Carrots, Optional: Shredded Green Cabbage
- Dice the broccoli, add it to the skillet, and cook for another minute or two, stirring in thinly sliced cabbage, if using.Handful Fresh Broccoli Florets
- Remove from skillet and set aside.
COOK MUSHROOMS & FRY RICE
- Add the marinated mushrooms to the hot skillet and cook until edges begin to brown. Drain any excess liquid if needed.
- Add the soy sauce, miso, garlic, and cold cooked rice. Mix well.3 tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce, 2 tbsp Miso Paste, 1 tbsp Minced Garlic
- Spread the rice in a single layer and cook, undisturbed, for 1 minute to brown slightly. Stir fry for another minute or two, breaking up any clumps.1 cup Frozen Peas or Edamame
- Once the rice is fried to your liking, add the cooked veggies and peas. Mix well and heat through.
- Taste and add more soy sauce if desired. Garnish with diced green onions and serve.Diced Green Onions