How long does 'egg' fried rice [vegan, gluten-free] take to cook?

This main course typically takes 30-45 minutes to prepare and cook.

Can 'egg' fried rice [vegan, gluten-free] be made ahead?

Yes, you can prep components ahead. Cook fresh when ready to serve.

Can I make 'egg' fried rice [vegan, gluten-free] without nuts?

Yes! You can substitute nuts with seeds, beans, or plant-based protein. Adjust quantities based on what you use.

How long does 'egg' fried rice [vegan, gluten-free] keep?

Store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days in an airtight container, or freeze for up to 1 month.

Is 'egg' fried rice [vegan, gluten-free] gluten-free?

Check that all ingredients are gluten-free certified. This recipe is naturally plant-based and can be made gluten-free.

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‘Egg’ Fried Rice
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

PE By: Philipp Ertl

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Philipp Ertl runs the blog Exceedingly Vegan, which he started because he believes delicious vegan... Read More

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Ingredients You Need for ‘Egg’ Fried Rice [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

3 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 onion finely chopped
1 red pepper finely chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
10.6 ounces silken tofu
4 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari if gluten-free)
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon turmeric
Ground black pepper
1 cup of frozen peas
8.8 ounces cooked rice
2-3 spring onions finely chopped
Chili sauce

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How to Prepare ‘Egg’ Fried Rice [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Add 3 tablespoons of sesame oil to a wok pan and turn it to high heat.
Then add the finely chopped onion, red pepper, and 2 teaspoons of minced garlic. Stir and sautée this until the onion and pepper have softened.
Then add the silken tofu (straight out of the pack, including the water) to the pan together with 4 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast, 1 teaspoon of turmeric, and some ground pepper. Mash up the tofu in the pan and mix it all together.
Finally, add 1 cup of frozen peas, the cooked rice, a few chopped spring onions and cook for another few minutes until the peas are defrosted and heated up.
Serve in a bowl and drizzle some chili sauce, if desired.

Nutritional Information

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