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Vegan Thai Basil Fried Rice

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This Vegan Thai Basil Fried Rice is a flavorful, plant-based version of a Thai favorite. It combines day-old jasmine rice with colorful vegetables, aromatic Thai basil, and a savory soy-lime sauce for a bold and satisfying dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp vegan oyster sauce (or mushroom sauce)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sliced green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Sauté garlic and onion for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  3. Add bell pepper, green beans, and carrots; stir-fry for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Push vegetables to one side of the skillet and add cooked jasmine rice to the other, breaking up any clumps.
  5. Pour in soy sauce, vegan oyster sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Mix everything together until well coated.
  6. Stir in Thai basil leaves and cook for 2–3 more minutes until wilted.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Add cubed tofu or tempeh for extra protein.
  • Include chili peppers or sriracha for heat.
  • Substitute with broccoli, snap peas, or baby corn based on availability.
  • Top with crushed peanuts or sesame oil for added flavor.
  • Use tamari for a gluten-free version.

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