Vegan Thai Basil Fried Rice - Vegan Richa

time 45 min
kcal 764.239 kcal
servings 3 Servings
Vegan Thai Basil Fried Rice - Vegan Richa
Ingredients
  • 2 to 3 Tbsp low sodium tamari or soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp pineapple juice or orange juice
  • 1 Tbsp or more sugar
  • 2 tsp oil
  • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) garlic powder
  • 1 Tbsp water
  • 1 tsp molasses
  • 8 oz (226.8 g) Tempeh cubed to 1/2 inch cubes or use Tofu
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 5 cloves of garlic chopped
  • 1 to 2 hot green or red chilies finely chopped
  • 1/2 (0.5 ) onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 (0.5 ) red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup (32 g) thinly sliced carrots
  • 1/2 cup (62 g) other veggies like sliced zucchini mushrooms broccoli etc
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) chopped green onions divided
  • 1/2 cup (12 g) thai basil leaves I chop these up for more flavor
  • 2 cups (316 g) or more cooked rice I use basmati
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • black pepper or red pepper flakes for garnish
Direction

1. If using Tempeh, steam the tempeh for 11 to 12 minutes. Drain. (optional)

2. Mix all the sauce ingredients in a bowl. Add tempeh or tofu to marinate. (marinate for atleast 15 minutes).

3. In a skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. When the oil is hot, add garlic and chilies and cook for a minute or until just turning golden. Add the bell pepper and mix in. Add onions, zucchini, carrots and other veggies. Cook for 2 minutes.

4. Add the sauce with the tempeh. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly. Add half of the green onions and basil and mix in. Cook for a minute.

5. Add in the rice, black pepper to taste and toss well. Cover and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add more soy sauce if needed and mix in. Taste and adjust salt and spice. Add salt if needed. Garnish with black pepper or red pepper flakes and green onion or cilantro. Serve hot!


Nutrition Facts

764.239 kCal

Calories

57.14%

Calories from Carbs

23.53%

Calories from Proteins

23.82%

Calories from Fats

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Macronutrients
Amount
DV%
Total Carbohydrates
109.181g
40%
Dietary Fibre
26.599g
95%
Sugar
25.025g
50%
Starch
NA
0%
Total Fat
20.228g
26%
Saturated Fat
3.733g
19%
Monounsaturated Fat
NA
0%
Polyunsaturated Fat
NA
0%
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
0.226g
17%
Omega-6 Fatty Acids
NA
0%
Cholesterol
NA
0%
Protein
44.958g
90%
Water
NA
0%
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Vitamins
Amount
DV%
Vitamin C
94.18mg
105%
Vitamin A
149.565µg
17%
Thiamine (Vitamin B1)
0.137mg
11%
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
0.374mg
29%
Niacin (Vitamin B3)
2.865mg
18%
Pantothenic
0.515mg
10%
Vitamin B6
0.425mg
25%
Biotin
NA
0%
Folate (Vitamin B9)
63.198µg
16%
Vitamin B12
0.06µg
3%
Vitamin B-12 Added
NA
0%
Vitamin D
NA
0%
Vitamin E
2.149mg
14%
Vitamin K
71.783µg
60%
Cholin
13.3mg
2%
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Minerals (Elements)
Amount
DV%
Calcium
295.711mg
23%
Iron
12.143mg
67%
Magnesium
95.448mg
23%
Potassium
712.759mg
15%
Copper
0.546mg
61%
Zinc
1.355mg
12%
Phosphorus
272.012mg
22%
Selenium
1.94µg
4%
Sodium
400.377mg
17%
Iodine
NA
0%
Molybdenum
NA
0%
Manganese
1.424mg
62%

The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in the selected serving of food contributes to a daily diet. The %DV are based on an adult 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.