Vegan Basil Fried Rice
This fried brown rice dish makes a quick and easy, healthy plant-based dinner the whole family will love. Serve on its own or with your choice of protein such as tofu, tempeh or edamame.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 medium white onion diced (approx. 1 cup)
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 cup green peas fresh or frozen (190 g)
- 1 cup corn fresh or frozen (190 g)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or gluten-free tamari 30 mL
- 1 tbsp coconut sugar or brown sugar 15 g
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 cup tightly packed chopped fresh basil 50 g
- sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat then add the onion, garlic and bell pepper to a skillet with a splash of water or broth or 1 tsp of sesame oil. Cook for 5-8 minutes until fragrant, softened and starting to brown.
- Add everything except the basil, salt and pepper and cook for a few more minutes.
- Stir in the basil. Spread the mixture around the pan so it's sitting evenly then allow to sit for 1-2 minutes before scraping and stirring. Repeat 2-3 times. This allows the rice to brown and crisp on the bottom.
- Season with salt and pepper if desired and serve hot or store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 550mg | Potassium: 379mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 112IU | Vitamin C: 59mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg