Sesame-Ginger Fried Rice with Vegetables

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Perfectly stir-fried rice tossed with fresh vegetables, soy sauce, and sesame oil for a flavorful and satisfying side dish or light meal. This chinese-inspired rice & grains (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs cooked jasmine rice, day-old, tablespoons vegetable oil, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.3 (13 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 2 large lightly beaten eggs and scramble quickly for 1-2 minutes until just set but still moist; remove eggs from pan and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add 1/2 cup diced carrot and 1/2 cup frozen peas to the same pan, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Increase heat to high and add 4 cups day-old cooked jasmine rice, breaking up any clumps with a spatula; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until rice is hot and slightly toasted.
  6. Step 6: Return scrambled eggs to the pan along with 1/4 cup chopped green onions, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until evenly coated and heated through.
  7. Step 7: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional soy sauce if desired, then serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sesame-Ginger Fried Rice with Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sesame-Ginger Fried Rice with Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cooked jasmine rice, day-old from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sesame-Ginger Fried Rice with Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sesame-Ginger Fried Rice with Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Sesame-Ginger Fried Rice with Vegetables vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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