Spicy Mango Fried Rice
Turn leftover rice into an incredibly flavorful dish when you make this vegan Spicy Mango Fried Rice. You don't need any oil, and it's ready in 30 minutes! Enjoy it as a complete meal or serve it with your favorite Asian-inspired recipes. (Serves approximately 2 as an entree or 4 as a side dish.)
Servings: 2
Calories: 678kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
- ½ to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust according to desired spice level)
- 1 red bell pepper cubed
- 3 cups cold long-grain rice* such as Jasmine 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 crushed red pepper flakes (for serving) optional
Instructions
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, and add the rice wine vinegar.2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
- Saute the garlic, ginger, and crushed red chili pepper flakes for about 30 seconds until fragrant.1 clove garlic, 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, ½ to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Add the red bell pepper and saute a few minutes until soft. Add a little water if the pan appears dry.1 red bell pepper
- Add the cold rice and tamari. Mix well and saute until the rice is heated through.3 cups cold long-grain rice*, 2 Tablespoons tamari
- Add the peas, mango, and peanuts and saute until the peas are heated through.1 cup frozen peas, 1 mango, ½ cup roasted peanuts
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with the green onion and lime wedges, if using.2 green onions, lime wedges
- Serve with extra crushed red pepper flakes for those who want some extra spice.extra crushed red pepper flakes
Notes
*One cup uncooked rice yields approximately 3 cups cooked. Prepare the rice in advance of making this recipe and refrigerate it until ready to use.
Leftover fried rice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 678kcal | Carbohydrates: 106g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 1184mg | Potassium: 934mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 3805IU | Vitamin C: 146mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 4mg
