Ultimate Vegan Fried Rice Recipe: A Flavorful Plant-Based Dish

Ingredients

• 2 cups of water
• 1 cup of white rice
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon of dried basil
• ½ teaspoon of dried sage
• ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon of Creole seasoning
• ½ teaspoon of salt
• ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon of lemon zest
• 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of vegan margarine like Earth Balance®
• 1 minced green bell pepper (if desired)
• 1 minced carrot
• 1 minced celery stalk
• ½ small tomato, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, to your preference (optional)
• A pinch of salt and ground black pepper to taste

Step 1

In a saucepan, blend together water, rice, oregano, basil, sage, a pinch of cayenne pepper, a dash of Creole seasoning, a teaspoon of salt, a sprinkle of pepper, and the zesty essence of lemon. Let it come to a gentle boil before lowering the heat to a simmer. Cover the pan and allow the rice to absorb the flavors for about 20 to 25 minutes until the grains are tender.

Step 2

Meanwhile, in a spacious pan, heat up a mixture of olive oil and vegan margarine over a cozy medium-low flame. Stir in the cooked rice, infusing it with the luscious oils, and introduce the vibrant green bell pepper, sweet carrot, crisp celery, juicy tomato, a dash of soy sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper for an extra burst of flavor. Keep stirring and cooking the medley until it's thoroughly heated through, which should take about 5 minutes. Enjoy this delightful and satisfying dish!