Low Sodium White Fried Rice
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this delicious and heart-healthy Low Sodium White Fried Rice recipe! Perfect for anyone watching their sodium intake, this dish combines day-old white rice, vibrant frozen peas and carrots, and bold aromatics like garlic and ginger for a flavor-packed experience without excess salt. A splash of low sodium broth and rice vinegar enhances the rice with subtle tanginess, while a salt-free seasoning blend keeps the dish perfectly spiced. The addition of scrambled egg and fresh green onions ties everything together for a well-rounded, protein-rich meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy stir-fry is ideal for serving up a healthier take on a classic favorite, and its irresistible aroma might just make it a new family staple. Try this low sodium fried rice today for a guilt-free, flavorful twist on a timeless dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 piece Large egg
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
- 3 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Frozen peas and carrots
- 2 tablespoons Low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Salt-free seasoning blend (e.g., Mrs. Dash Original or similar)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil.
Crack the egg into the skillet and scramble, cooking until just set. Remove the egg from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Add the frozen peas and carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are heated through.
Add the cooked white rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a spatula, and stir it into the vegetables.
Pour in the low sodium chicken or vegetable broth and rice vinegar, stirring to coat the rice evenly.
Season the rice with the salt-free seasoning blend and black pepper. Mix well to distribute the flavors.
Return the scrambled egg to the skillet and stir it into the rice along with the sliced green onions.
Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the liquid and develop a slight crisp on the bottom.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium white fried rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1103 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.4 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 399 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 195.1 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 28.9 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 723 mg | 15% | |
*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.
