Vegan Fried Brown Rice
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this wholesome and flavorful Vegan Fried Brown Rice! Packed with hearty brown rice, tender golden tofu, and a medley of colorful veggies like carrots, bell peppers, and peas, this plant-based recipe offers a satisfying and nutrient-dense meal in under 45 minutes. Infused with the nutty aroma of sesame oil, the umami richness of soy sauce, and a garnish of crunchy sesame seeds and fresh green onions, each bite is bursting with well-balanced flavors. Perfect as a standalone main dish or paired with other vegan sides, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for meal prep and can be customized with your favorite vegetables. Whether you're seeking a healthy dinner idea or a simple vegan twist on a classic dish, this Vegan Fried Brown Rice is sure to hit the spot!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Brown rice
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Carrot, diced
- 1 medium Bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 12 ounces Tofu, firm and cubed
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Cook the brown rice: Rinse the rice under cold water. In a medium-sized pot, combine the rice with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes or until tender and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, approximately 8-10 minutes. Remove tofu from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of sesame oil. Sauté the chopped onion for 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Add minced garlic, diced carrots, and bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the peas and cooked tofu back into the skillet. Stir-fry everything together for another 2 minutes.
Add the cooked brown rice to the skillet and mix well with the vegetables and tofu.
Pour soy sauce over the rice and vegetables, then sprinkle with ground black pepper and salt. Stir everything until evenly coated and heated through.
Sprinkle chopped green onions over the top and mix gently.
Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your Vegan Fried Brown Rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1530 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 65.4 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3073 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.8 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 83.2 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2589 mg | 199% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 2386 mg | 51% | |
*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.
