A combination of fresh Asian vegetables with a simple and savory soy ginger sauce create a delectable Chinese vegetable fried rice. This quick and easy vegan recipe allows you to prepare and enjoy take out in the comforts of home!
Authentic Chinese Vegetable Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 1 c Shiitake mushroom, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 c baby bok choy, sliced
- 1 c snap peas
- 1 c red pepper, thin sliced
- 2 tsp ginger, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 scallions thin sliced (white and green)
- 1 c carrot, diced
- 2 c cooked cold brown rice (short or long grain).
Soy Ginger Sauce
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ginger, minced
- 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tsp siracha
Directions
Mix all ingredients for Soy Ginger Sauce in a medium bowl and set aside.
Prep vegetables as noted in ingredient list.
Heat olive oil in a wok on med/high heat. Add garlic and ginger and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add shitake and sauté 2 minutes. Add carrot, bok choy and red pepper slices and sauté 2-3 minutes. Add snap peas and scallion and sauté 1 minute. Add rice and Soy Ginger Sauce. Combine well and heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes. Serve immediately topped with a drizzle of sesame oil or crushed cashews.
Tips
Cook rice al dente ahead of time then chill in the refrigerator.
Be sure to use med/high heat with your wok. Do not overcook vegetables … they should have some crunch.
Watch Ron prepare the dish at callicoonkitchen.com
Enjoy!