Vegetarian Fried Rice with Sausage
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Vegetarian Fried Rice with Sausage, a harmonious blend of bold flavors, vibrant colors, and satisfying textures. Crafted with fragrant jasmine rice, protein-packed vegetarian sausage, and an array of fresh veggies like onions, carrots, and peas, this recipe offers a mouthwatering twist on a classic favorite. The dish is infused with umami-rich soy sauce and finished with a hint of toasted sesame oil for a depth of flavor. Quick to prepare in just under 40 minutes, this fried rice recipe is perfect for busy families or meal preppers seeking a wholesome yet comforting dish. Serve hot and garnish with fresh green onions for a visually stunning meal that’s sure to delight vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 cups water
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 pieces vegetarian sausage
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 large carrot
- 1 cup peas
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 stalks green onions
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cook the jasmine rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil, add the rinsed rice, and cover. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes covered, then fluff with a fork. Alternatively, use a rice cooker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Prepare the ingredients: While the rice is cooking, finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, peel and dice the carrot into small cubes, and slice the green onions finely.
Cook the vegetarian sausage: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetarian sausages and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown. Remove from the skillet and slice into bite-sized pieces.
Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the carrots and peas: Stir in the diced carrot and peas, and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Combine ingredients: Add the cooked rice to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the soy sauce and sprinkle in the salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Add sausage and green onions: Add the sliced vegetarian sausage and half of the sliced green onions to the skillet. Continue to stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, ensuring everything is evenly mixed and heated through.
Finish with sesame oil: Drizzle with toasted sesame oil, give it another quick stir, and remove from heat.
Serve: Garnish with the remaining green onions and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
441 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.7 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1346 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 537 mg | 11% | |
*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.
