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Mango Fried Rice

Mango Fried Rice: A Colorful 15-Minute Vegan Treat

Mango Fried Rice is a vibrant, quick, and healthy vegan meal that combines sweet mango with hearty fried rice and veggies.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 3 cups Day-old Jasmine Rice Refrigerated overnight to prevent sogginess.
  • 3 tablespoons Tamari or Soy Sauce Tamari is perfect for gluten-free options.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can be swapped with apple cider vinegar.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil Olive oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced Ground ginger is a suitable substitute.
  • 1 small White Onion, diced Yellow or red onions can also be used.
  • 1 small Red Pepper, diced Any bell pepper color will do.
For the Protein and Fruits
  • 1 15 oz can Chickpeas, drained and rinsed Swap with tofu or white beans if preferred.
  • 1 Mango, cubed The star ingredient.
  • 1/4 cup Green Onion, chopped Plus more for garnish.
Seasoning and Garnish
  • pinch Salt Adjust according to dietary preferences.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice Brightens the dish before serving.

Equipment

  • Large pan or wok

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of toasted sesame oil in a large pan over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add 1 small diced onion, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of minced ginger, 1 small diced red pepper, and a pinch of salt; sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Increase heat to high and add 3 cups of day-old Jasmine rice, 1 can of drained chickpeas, and 1/4 cup of chopped green onions. Pour in 3 tablespoons of tamari and 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar. Stir thoroughly and heat for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Continue cooking on high heat, stirring occasionally for another 3-4 minutes to brown the rice.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and gently fold in cubed mango, warming for about 1 minute.
  6. Serve hot with a drizzle of fresh lime juice and additional chopped green onions on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

This dish is customizable; swap mango with pineapple or add tofu for extra protein.

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