Vegetarian Prawn Fried Rice
Transform your classic fried rice into a flavor-packed vegetarian delight with this Vegetarian Prawn Fried Rice recipe! Featuring tender plant-based prawns, fluffy long-grain rice, and a vibrant mix of diced carrots, peas, and spring onions, this dish delivers a perfect balance of textures and savory goodness. Aromatic garlic and ginger infuse the rice with irresistible depth, while soy sauce and sesame oil add an umami-rich finish that ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is the ultimate comfort food for plant-based eaters and anyone looking for a quick, satisfying meal. Serve it hot and enjoy a wholesome, protein-packed dish with all the appeal of traditional prawn fried rice—minus the seafood! Keywords: vegetarian prawn fried rice, plant-based fried rice, easy vegetarian recipes, quick fried rice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 200 grams plant-based prawns
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 pieces spring onions, sliced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Begin by rinsing the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This reduces excess starch, making the rice fluffy when cooked.
In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of rice and 2 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and allow it to simmer for 15 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it stand covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the plant-based prawns and sauté them for about 5 minutes until they are lightly browned and heated through. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Once hot, add the minced garlic, minced ginger, and chopped onion. Sauté for 2 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the diced carrot and cook for another 3 minutes until the carrot starts to soften.
Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the cooked rice, spreading it out. Let it cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes to get a bit of a crispy texture.
Mix the vegetables with the rice. Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice and vegetables, stirring everything evenly to ensure the rice is well coated.
Add the cooked plant-based prawns back into the skillet and stir to combine. Season the fried rice with salt and pepper to taste.
Sprinkle the sliced spring onions over the top and toss everything together.
Serve the Vegetarian Prawn Fried Rice hot in bowls and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.0 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 895 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 331 mg | 7% | |
*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.
