Sugar-Free Spicy Fried Red Rice
Transform your mealtime into a nutritious and flavorful experience with this Sugar-Free Spicy Fried Red Rice recipe! Packed with wholesome cooked red rice, vibrant veggies like bell peppers and carrots, and a fragrant blend of spices including cumin, turmeric, and paprika, this dish is a healthier take on a beloved classic. The addition of low-sodium, sugar-free soy sauce and fresh lime juice enhances the zesty, bold flavors, while a kick of heat from green chilies ties it all together. Perfect as a hearty main course or a colorful, vegan side dish, this easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes and is free from refined sugars. Garnished with fresh cilantro, it’s an ideal choice for those seeking a wholesome, gluten-free, plant-based meal that doesn’t compromise on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked red rice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 medium Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 pieces Green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 cup Bell peppers (red and yellow), diced
- 1 medium Carrot, grated
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low-sodium, sugar-free)
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 3 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped red onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onion turns translucent.
Stir in the chopped green chilies, diced bell peppers, and grated carrot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
Add the ground turmeric, ground cumin, and paprika to the skillet. Stir well to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the cooked red rice. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, ensuring the rice and vegetables are well combined.
Drizzle the soy sauce and lime juice over the mixture. Add the salt and black pepper to taste. Stir everything thoroughly for another 2-3 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve warm as a main dish or as a side with your favorite protein.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1130 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.6 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2254 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 183.7 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 23.6 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1643 mg | 35% | |
*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.
