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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Main Dish Recipes

    Spicy Mango Fried Rice (Oil-Free)

    By: Amy Katz · Published: Jul 24, 2017 · Last modified: Oct 6, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Special diet: gluten-free option, oil-free, soy-free option, vegan

    Spicy Mango Fried Rice is easy to make with leftover rice and a few simple ingredients. It's vegan, gluten-free, and oil-free.

    Spicy Mango Fried Rice is a delicious side dish or main course that's vegan, gluten-free, and oil-free.

    Thank you to my friends at Frontier Co-op for sponsoring this post! 

    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.

    Overhead of Spicy Mango Fried Rice served with Frontier Co-op Organic Crushed Red Chili Flakes

    Chili Peppers

    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!

    Spicy Mango Fried Rice served with Frontier Co-op Organic Crushed Red Chili Flakes

    I also like to use the red chili flakes in Italian dishes such as Eggplant Bolognese Pasta or on 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.

    Spicy Mango Fried Rice with mangoes, peas, red bell peppers, peanuts, and green onions.

    Add as little or as much Crushed Red Pepper Flakes as you like. I start with ½ 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.

    Spicy Mango Fried Rice is easy to make with leftover rice and a few simple ingredients. It's vegan, gluten-free, and oil-free.
    Spicy Mango Fried Rice

    Spicy Mango Fried Rice

    Make this oil-free recipe as mild or spicy as you like. I like to serve it as a main dish since it's a complete meal, but you can also use it as a side dish and serve 4 people.
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    Special diet: gluten-free option, oil-free, soy-free option, vegan
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Asian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 664kcal
    Author: Amy Katz

    Ingredients

    • 2 Tablespoons rice wine vinegar
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
    • ½ 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, (or soy sauce)
    • 1 cup frozen peas, defrosted
    • 1 mango, cubed
    • ½ 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)
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    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.

    Notes

    I like to use a microplane fine grater for mincing the garlic and ginger.
     
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 664kcal | Carbohydrates: 307g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 1175mg | Potassium: 878mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 3430IU | Vitamin C: 137.8mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 5.1mg

    Nutritional information is an estimation only.

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    Amy Katz is a vegan recipe developer, photographer, and Certified Vegan Nutrition Health Coach. She loves sharing delicious plant-based Mediterranean diet recipes that home cooks of all levels can enjoy. Her easy vegan recipes have been featured on HuffPost, LIVESTRONG, Healthline, Parade, VegNews, BuzzFeed, MSN, Greatist, Country Living, Insider, Brit+Co, Well+Good, and more. She lives in Orange County, California with the love of her life, Brad, and their adorable black cat, Ozzy.

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    1. Jean C Henderson

      June 22, 2020 at 4:08 pm

      5 stars
      excellent......I added 1/4 tsp of crushed red pepper and that was perfect for our family

      Reply
      • Amy Katz

        June 22, 2020 at 4:26 pm

        That's fantastic, Jean! I'm so happy everyone enjoyed it!

        Reply
    2. Jean

      April 02, 2020 at 4:19 pm

      5 stars
      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

      Reply
      • Amy Katz

        April 02, 2020 at 5:03 pm

        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!

        Reply
    3. madelyn

      August 17, 2017 at 1:09 pm

      I never thought to add Mango to my fried rice, I might be able to take the spice with the help of the mango!

      Reply
      • Amy

        August 17, 2017 at 1:15 pm

        You don't have to make it spicy if you don't want to. It's great mild, too!

        Reply
    4. Dawn

      July 28, 2017 at 9:25 am

      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 🙂

      Reply
      • Amy

        July 28, 2017 at 9:30 am

        That's wonderful, Dawn! I hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    5. Jenn

      July 26, 2017 at 9:57 am

      Sounds super flavorful and delicious. I love the labels on Frontier spices - they really grab my eye!

      Reply
      • Amy

        July 26, 2017 at 12:13 pm

        Thanks Jenn! Yes, I love their packaging, too!

        Reply
    6. Sarah McMinn

      July 26, 2017 at 7:28 am

      Wow! This sounds so good. I love that this is oil free!

      Reply
      • Amy

        July 26, 2017 at 12:13 pm

        Thanks Sarah! I like it better than traditionally greasy fried rice.

        Reply
    7. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 26, 2017 at 3:04 am

      My family's most requested dish is fried rice and I'm always putting a spin on it 😛 Pineapple is our #1 though so mango should be fab 😉

      Reply
      • Amy

        July 26, 2017 at 12:08 pm

        I love it with pineapple, too, but mango is our #1!

        Reply
    8. Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite

      July 25, 2017 at 9:22 pm

      Oooh! YUM! I love fried rice and am so intrigued by the mango. I absolutely love spicy too so I'm all in!

      Reply
      • Amy

        July 26, 2017 at 12:07 pm

        Thanks Sophia! I think you're going to like it!

        Reply
    9. Rhian @ Rhian's Recipes

      July 25, 2017 at 4:29 pm

      Oh my goodness the flavours in this sound incredible, I NEED to try this!

      Reply
      • Amy

        July 25, 2017 at 4:46 pm

        Thanks so much, Rhian!

        Reply
    10. Cindy

      July 25, 2017 at 8:07 am

      Looks great.

      Reply
      • Amy

        July 25, 2017 at 10:10 am

        Thanks Cindy!

        Reply
    11. Mary Ellen | VNutrition

      July 25, 2017 at 4:46 am

      5 stars
      This looks amazing! Definitely the perfect fried rice for summer! Love that you added a little heat to it too with the chili flakes. 🙂

      Reply
      • Amy

        July 25, 2017 at 10:09 am

        Thanks Mary Ellen! It's so easy to make, too!

        Reply
    12. Sarah De la Cruz

      July 24, 2017 at 5:15 pm

      Ooh, I love mango fried rice! I bet Irving would like this spicy kick!!! Looks amazing!

      Reply
      • Amy

        July 24, 2017 at 5:54 pm

        Thanks so much, Sarah! I usually make my portion a little milder than everyone else's. 😉

        Reply
    13. Sarah Newman

      July 24, 2017 at 12:53 pm

      5 stars
      I'm definitely a crushed red pepper kinda gal!! One of my fav seasonings, and I love the organic Frontier Co-Op brand! Bet it is perfect with the sweet mango.

      Reply
      • Amy

        July 24, 2017 at 2:39 pm

        Thanks Sarah! I really like it, too!

        Reply
    14. Jasmine

      July 24, 2017 at 9:36 am

      OMG! I love pineapple fried rice but never thought of mango, this is genius!

      Reply
      • Amy

        July 24, 2017 at 12:30 pm

        Thanks Jasmine! I love mango!

        Reply
    15. Becky Striepe

      July 24, 2017 at 8:39 am

      Oh yum! I've had pineapple fried rice, but never mango. This looks like a must-make.

      Reply
      • Amy

        July 24, 2017 at 12:30 pm

        Thanks Becky! I think you'll enjoy it!

        Reply

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