Crispy Vegetable Fried Rice

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This vibrant bowl combines golden, crisped jasmine rice with an array of fresh vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, broccoli, and sugar snap peas. The rice is stir-fried until its bottom layer turns delightfully crispy, then mixed with fragrant garlic, ginger, toasted sesame oil, and soy sauce, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, and optional lime wedges, it offers a light yet filling meal perfect for any time of day.

Updated on Sat, 13 Dec 2025 11:45:00 GMT
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A vibrant, flavorful bowl featuring golden, crispy rice tossed with colorful sautéed vegetables and savory seasonings. Perfect for a light yet satisfying supper.

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Ingredients

  • Rice: 3 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day old, chilled)
  • Vegetables: 1 cup carrots, diced, 1 cup bell pepper, diced (red or yellow), 1 cup broccoli florets, chopped small, 1 cup sugar snap peas, sliced, 3 green onions, thinly sliced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • Sauce & Seasoning: 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari for gluten free), 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for frying), 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Garnish: 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped, Lime wedges (optional)

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Instructions

Step 1:
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, nonstick skillet or wok over medium high heat.
Step 2:
Add the carrots and broccoli stir fry for 2 minutes until they begin to soften.
Step 3:
Add the bell pepper, sugar snap peas, garlic, and ginger. Continue stir frying for 2 3 minutes, until fragrant and just tender.
Step 4:
Push the vegetables to the side. Add the chilled rice to the pan, spreading it in an even layer. Increase heat to high and let the rice cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to crisp the bottom.
Step 5:
Stir the rice with the vegetables, drizzle in the sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Add chili flakes if desired.
Step 6:
Stir fry everything together for 2 3 minutes until the rice is heated through and slightly crispy.
Step 7:
Remove from heat. Stir in green onions and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 8:
Divide into bowls. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
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Common Questions

What type of rice works best for this dish?

Day-old, chilled jasmine rice is ideal as it helps achieve a crispy texture without clumping during stir-frying.

Can I substitute the vegetables used in this dish?

Absolutely! Zucchini, mushrooms, or baby corn can be added or swapped to suit your taste preferences.

How do I get the rice crispy without burning it?

Ensure the skillet is hot and the rice is spread in an even layer. Let it cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes to develop a golden crust before stirring.

Is it possible to make this dish gluten-free?

Yes, by using tamari instead of regular soy sauce, you can keep the dish gluten-free without sacrificing flavor.

Can protein be added to enhance the dish?

Certainly! Sautéed tofu, scrambled eggs, or edamame work well to boost the protein content.

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Crispy Vegetable Fried Rice

Golden crispy rice blended with colorful sautéed vegetables and aromatic seasonings for a satisfying dish.

Prep Time
15 min
Time to Cook
20 min
Overall Time
35 min
Recipe by Evan Clark


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type Asian-Inspired

Makes 4 Portions

Dietary Details Meat-Free, No Dairy

What You Need

Rice

01 3 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old, chilled)

Vegetables

01 1 cup diced carrots
02 1 cup diced bell pepper (red or yellow)
03 1 cup chopped small broccoli florets
04 1 cup sliced sugar snap peas
05 3 green onions, thinly sliced
06 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger

Sauce & Seasoning

01 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
02 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
03 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for frying)
04 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
05 ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Garnish

01 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
02 ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
03 Lime wedges (optional)

How to Make

Instruction 01

Heat oil: Warm the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Instruction 02

Cook carrots and broccoli: Add the diced carrots and chopped broccoli florets; stir-fry for 2 minutes until they begin to soften.

Instruction 03

Add remaining vegetables and aromatics: Incorporate bell pepper, sugar snap peas, minced garlic, and grated ginger; continue stir-frying for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and tender-crisp.

Instruction 04

Crisp the rice: Push the vegetables aside and spread chilled jasmine rice in an even layer in the pan. Raise heat to high and let the rice cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to develop a crispy bottom layer.

Instruction 05

Combine and season: Mix the rice with the vegetables, then drizzle in toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar; add chili flakes if desired.

Instruction 06

Final stir-fry: Stir-fry the entire mixture for 2 to 3 minutes until the rice is heated through with a slight crispness.

Instruction 07

Finish with green onions: Remove from heat, stir in thinly sliced green onions, and adjust seasoning to taste.

Instruction 08

Serve: Portion the fried rice into bowls; garnish with toasted sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges if using.

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Tools You'll Need

  • Large nonstick skillet or wok
  • Spatula
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board

Allergy Details

Always check every component for allergens. If unsure, ask a specialist.
  • Contains soy (soy sauce) and sesame (sesame oil, sesame seeds).
  • Check for additional allergens if optional ingredients like egg or tofu are added.

Nutrition Details (each serving)

Nutrition data is informative only. Don't use as medical guidance.
  • Calorie Count: 280
  • Total Fats: 6 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Proteins: 6 g

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