Thank you to my friends at Frontier Co-op for sponsoring this post! #CookWithPurpose #SpiceUpSummer
Spicy Mango Fried Rice is easy to make with leftover rice and a few simple ingredients. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and oil-free.
I love having an arsenal of easy flavorful recipes I can make any night of the week. It’s especially nice when I can use up leftovers I already have in the refrigerator.
That’s why I love making Spicy Mango Fried Rice.
I always save the leftover rice when I make other dishes such as stir fry. And some weeks I will make a big batch of rice in my Instant Pot to use throughout the week. You can either refrigerate it or freeze it until you need it.
And when you add spices like Organic Crushed Red Chili Flakes from Frontier Co-op, your dishes will never lack flavor.
One thing I love about using Crushed Red Chili Pepper in recipes such as Spicy Mango Fried Rice is you can add some spices at the beginning, then more when you serve the dish.
Because some people like it hot, and some people not so much!
I find when I use the Frontier Co-Op Organic Crushed Red Chili Flakes at the beginning of cooking verses adding some at the end, their flavor is slightly different. I suggest experimenting to discover which way you like it best. You really can’t go wrong either way!
I also like to use the red chili flakes in Italian dishes such as Eggplant Bolognese Pasta, Tomato Mushroom Pasta, or pizza.
They also go well with breakfast dishes such as tofu scramble.
And of course they add a lot of flavor to Asian dishes such as stir fry and this Spicy Mango Fried Rice.
Add as little or as much Crushed Red Pepper Flakes as you like. I start with 1/2 teaspoon when I make Spicy Mango Fried Rice, then add more later if I want extra heat.
My rule of thumb is you can always add more, but you can’t take it out!
Feel free to customize this recipe to suit your tastes and whatever ingredients you have on hand.
Don’t like mango? Try pineapple instead.
Can’t stand peas? Leave them out and use green beans or carrots.
No matter what you choose, #SpiceUpSummer produce with savory spices and Use Frontier Co-op to #CookWithPurpose.
Now let’s make Spicy Mango Fried Rice!
Spicy Mango Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons rice wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon Frontier Co-op Organic Crushed Red Chili Pepper Flakes, (adjust according to desired spice level)
- 1 red bell pepper, cubed
- 3 cups cold rice, (I used Jasmine white rice)
- 2 Tablespoons tamari
- 1 cup frozen peas, defrosted
- 1 mango, cubed
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- lime wedges, (for garnish) optional
- extra Frontier Co-op Organic Crushed Red Chili Pepper Flakes, (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add the rice wine vinegar.
- Saute the garlic, ginger, and crushed red chili pepper flakes for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the red bell pepper and saute a few minutes until soft. Add a little water if the pan appears dry.
- Add the cold rice and tamari. Mix well and saute until the rice is heated through.
- Add the peas, mango, and peanuts and saute until the peas are heated through.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with the green onion and lime wedges, if using.
- Serve with extra crushed red chili pepper flakes for those who want some extra spice.
Jean
Thank you very much for your recipe. I used your recipe as a base. My husband enjoyed it. I say as a base because I did not have the rice vinegar and right now I am not “running” to the store. Also, I am working on a no-waste-food Lent program. The next time I make it, I think I will add more vegetables to it–just to load it up
Amy Katz
That’s wonderful, Jean! I actually ran out of rice vinegar, too, but it’s fine to leave it out. And extra veggies are always welcome!
madelyn
I never thought to add Mango to my fried rice, I might be able to take the spice with the help of the mango!
Amy
You don’t have to make it spicy if you don’t want to. It’s great mild, too!
Dawn
We make fried rice frequently at home. I’m always looking for new and creative ways to make this dish and I think I just found it 🙂
Amy
That’s wonderful, Dawn! I hope you enjoy it!
Jenn
Sounds super flavorful and delicious. I love the labels on Frontier spices – they really grab my eye!
Amy
Thanks Jenn! Yes, I love their packaging, too!