Easy Budget Veg Fried Rice Recipe That Bursts with Flavor

This Budget Veg Fried Rice is a vibrant, flavorful dish made with affordable ingredients, perfect for satisfying meals.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Veg Fried Rice

4 cups Cooked rice Use day-old rice if possible.
2 cups Mixed vegetables Affordable veggies like carrots, peas, and bell peppers.
1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced.
3 tablespoons Soy sauce Low-sodium if preferred.
1 tablespoon Oil Neutral oils like vegetable or canola.
to taste Salt & pepper

Optional Boosters

2 large Eggs Scrambled in for extra protein.
1 bunch Spring onions Finely sliced for garnish.
to taste Chili flakes For extra heat.

Equipment

Large nonstick skillet

Method

Preparation Steps

Finely chop onion, garlic, and mixed veggies. Fluff day-old rice with a fork.
Warm 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add onion and garlic, cooking until golden and fragrant.
Add carrots, peas, and bell pepper, sautéing until crisp-tender.
Add rice, breaking any clumps, and fry until hot and slightly golden.
Drizzle soy sauce over rice, season with salt and pepper, mixing well.
Serve immediately, garnished with spring onions or chili flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using day-old rice and uniformly chopped vegetables will improve texture and cook time. Customize with available veggies for a budget-friendly meal.

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