Authentic Chinese Vegetable Fried Rice

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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

Ingredientsvegetable fried rice

  • 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!