Veggie Fried Rice with Peas (Printer-friendly)

Vibrant fried rice filled with fresh peas, carrots, and colorful vegetables. Quick and flavorful.

# What You'll Need:

→ Rice

01 - 3 cups cooked jasmine or long-grain rice, day-old and chilled

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup spring peas, fresh or frozen
03 - 1 cup carrots, finely diced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1/2 cup green onions, sliced, plus additional for garnish
06 - 1/2 cup corn kernels, optional

→ Aromatics

07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 inch piece fresh ginger, minced

→ Eggs

09 - 2 large eggs, lightly beaten, or omit for vegan version

→ Sauces and Seasonings

10 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
12 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
13 - 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili sauce, optional

→ Oils

14 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, such as canola or peanut

# How To Make It:

01 - Dice all vegetables and mince garlic and ginger. Ensure rice is cooked, chilled, and ready for use.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots and bell pepper, stir-frying for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly softened.
03 - Add minced garlic, ginger, spring peas, and corn if using. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until fragrant and peas are heated through.
04 - Push vegetables to the side of the pan. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and pour in beaten eggs. Scramble until just set, then mix with vegetables. Omit this step for vegan preparation.
05 - Add chilled rice to the pan. Break up any clumps using a spatula and toss thoroughly with vegetables and egg until well combined.
06 - Drizzle soy sauce, sesame oil, and sriracha if using over rice. Season with black pepper. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly until everything is heated through and evenly coated with sauce.
07 - Remove from heat and stir in green onions. Transfer to serving dishes and garnish with additional green onions. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights when you need something quick and satisfying
  • Loaded with colorful vegetables including spring peas, carrots, and red bell pepper for maximum nutrition and flavor
  • Naturally vegetarian and dairy-free, with easy vegan adaptations
  • A brilliant way to use up leftover rice and turn it into something spectacular
  • Customizable with your favorite seasonal vegetables and protein additions
  • Budget-friendly ingredients that deliver restaurant-quality results at home
02 -
  • Day-old rice is essential—it's drier and separates better, giving you that authentic restaurant texture instead of mushy clumps
  • Don't overcrowd your pan; cook in batches if needed to ensure proper stir-frying and that beautiful caramelized finish
  • Add the soy sauce around the edges of the hot pan rather than directly on the rice—this allows it to caramelize slightly before coating the grains
  • Taste as you go and adjust seasonings; you can always add more soy sauce, sesame oil, or sriracha to suit your preferences
  • Keep the heat high throughout cooking for the best texture and that signature wok hei (breath of the wok) flavor
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