Healthy Vegetarian Vegan Budget · Easy
Vegetarian Fried Rice
This vegetarian fried rice is packed with colorful vegetables and scrambled eggs, a quick and filling meatless dinner ready in about 20 minutes.
10Prep min
12Cook min
22Total min
What you'll need
- 4 cupscold cooked rice (day-old works best)
- 2 tablespoonsvegetable oil
- 1 cupfrozen peas and carrots
- 1/2 cupdiced bell pepper
- 3eggs, beaten
- 2 clovesgarlic, minced
- 3 tablespoonssoy sauce
- 1 teaspoonsesame oil
- 2sliced green onion
Let's cook
- 1Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat and scramble the eggs; remove and set aside.
- 2Add the remaining oil and stir-fry the peas, carrots, bell pepper, and garlic for 3-4 minutes.
- 3Add the rice, breaking up any clumps, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until heated through and lightly toasted.
- 4Stir in the scrambled eggs, soy sauce, and sesame oil, tossing to combine.
- 5Garnish with green onion and serve hot.
Make it yours
- Add tofu cubes for extra protein.
- Use brown rice for added fiber.
- Add a drizzle of chili oil for heat.
Good with
- Extra soy sauce at the table
- A simple cucumber salad
- Steamed edamame
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Is this recipe vegan?
Not as written since it includes eggs, but you can omit the eggs or use a plant-based egg substitute for a vegan version.
Why use cold, day-old rice?
Cold rice is drier and separates better when fried, giving fried rice its classic texture instead of turning mushy.



