Veggie Fried Rice with Brown Rice
No plan? No problem. This veggie fried rice turns frozen or leftover veggies into a fast, satisfying meal with Minute® Brown Rice Cups doing the heavy lifting.
Ingredients
- 1 Minute® Brown Rice Cup
- 2 tbsp canola oil, divided
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup frozen Asian or Stir-Fry vegetables, thawed and drained
- ¼ cup bean sprouts
- ¼ cup water chestnuts
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tbsp chili crunch or sriracha sauce (optional for heat)
- 1/2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
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Instructions
Searching for more vegetable-forward dishes? Our Veggie Fried Rice with Brown Rice is an easy way to help you get your daily servings of vegetables, with the added bonus of hearty whole grain rice. One Minute Brown Rice Cup heats in just 1 minute, so you can put together a satisfying meal without slowing things down.
Step 1
Heat rice according to package directions.
Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a large wok or skillet set over medium heat. Add the egg and stir to lightly scramble.
Step 3
Add the rice, remaining canola oil, vegetables, bean sprouts, water chestnuts, soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir-fry for 2 minutes or until everything is well coated with sauce and is heated through.
Step 4
Place in a bowl and top with chili crunch, if using, and sesame seeds.
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Veggie Fried Rice Recipe Tips
Looking to make this dish vegan? Sub out the egg for chopped tofu and make sure to read the labels of your soy sauce and sesame oil to ensure that they’re vegan.
For even more whole grains, use our Minute Brown Rice & Quinoa Cups. This blend combines brown rice and red quinoa for a satisfying texture and an easy way to upgrade your meal.
Fully cooked and ready in just 1 minute, these single-serve cups make it simple to add hearty whole grains without slowing things down. With a good source of fiber and 55g of whole grains per serving, it’s a quick, reliable option that works whether you’re at your desk or on the go.
Quick, Easy and Vegetarian
Our Veggie Fried Rice with Brown Rice is exactly what you need for your next meatless Monday dinner or quick lunch before class! This vegetarian version of a classic Chicken Fried Rice is simple to make and delicious.
This fried rice recipe calls for your choice of frozen vegetables but it can also be a great opportunity to clean out the vegetables in your fridge. Try carrots, onions, broccoli, corn or any other vegetable you have on hand. Pro tip: raw vegetables should be added with oil in the wok before the rice so that they have plenty of time to soften up.
Other Meal Inspiration
Did you know rice and beans form a complete protein when served together? Try this powerhouse combo in our Red Beans and Rice dish, or our Black Beans and Rice Mango Salad. You could even prep some beans to add to your stir-fry for a protein-packed vegetarian dish.
If you’re looking for something with more Latin American flavor, learn how to make this Mexican Rice Recipe.
Veggie Fried Rice with Brown Rice Recipe FAQs
What vegetables go well in Fried Rice?
A wide variety of vegetables work well in fried rice, making it easy to customize based on what you have on hand. Popular options include peas, carrots, corn, bell peppers, onions and green onions for a mix of color and flavor.
You can also add vegetables like broccoli, snap peas, mushrooms, spinach, or zucchini to switch things up. Fresh or frozen both work—just make sure to cook off any excess moisture so the rice stays light and not soggy.
