Low Sodium Special Fried Rice
Discover a healthier twist on a takeout classic with this savory Low Sodium Special Fried Rice recipe! Packed with wholesome ingredients like nutty brown rice, tender carrots, sweet peas, and fragrant garlic and ginger, this dish delivers all the flavor you love without the excessive sodium. A clever swap of traditional soy sauce for a low sodium alternative ensures every bite is both heart-friendly and delicious. Perfectly scrambled eggs and chopped green onions add richness and crunch to this quick and easy stir-fry, ready in under 30 minutes. Whether you enjoy it as a satisfying side or a light main course, this recipe is ideal for those looking to savor a guilt-free, lower sodium version of an all-time favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked brown rice
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup, diced Carrots
- 0.5 cup Frozen peas
- 3 stalks, chopped Green onions
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce alternative (e.g., coconut aminos or homemade low sodium soy sauce)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon, grated Fresh ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Begin by prepping all your ingredients: dice the carrots, chop the green onions, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger. Beat the eggs in a small bowl.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the vegetable oil and sesame oil.
Add the beaten eggs to the skillet, scrambling them gently until just set. Transfer the scrambled eggs to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the carrots, peas, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add the cooked brown rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with your spatula. Stir well to combine with the vegetables.
Drizzle the low sodium soy sauce alternative over the rice and vegetables. Sprinkle the black pepper evenly. Stir thoroughly to distribute the seasoning.
Add the scrambled eggs back into the skillet, breaking them into smaller pieces as you mix everything together.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped green onions.
Serve hot as a main dish or side. Enjoy your flavorful, low sodium special fried rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1272 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.9 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 1689 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.1 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.1 g | ||
| Protein | 36.8 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1534 mg | 33% | |
*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.
