Vegan Miso Butter Fried Rice: Quick Umami Bliss at Home

Delight in this Vegan Miso Butter Fried Rice, a quick and flavorful dish packed with umami goodness.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Asian, Vegan

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

4 cups cooked rice using leftover or cooled rice

For the Flavor Base

2 tablespoons vegan butter adds rich flavor
1 medium onion yellow or white onion works great
3 cloves garlic fresh, minced
2 stalks scallions chopped

For the Protein

1 cup vegan ham offers texture and protein
1 block tofu extra firm or smoked recommended

For Vegetables

2 cups other veggies such as peas, carrots, corn

For the Seasoning

2 tablespoons white miso paste for umami flavor
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce adjust to taste
1 teaspoon salt to taste
1 teaspoon black pepper to taste

For Garnishing

1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional
1 sheet nori sheets optional

Equipment

large skillet or wok

Method

Preparation Steps

If using freshly cooked rice, spread it out on a tray and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add vegan butter.
Toss in diced onion, minced garlic, and chopped scallions; sauté for 1 minute.
Stir in vegan ham and tofu along with additional vegetables; reduce heat to medium and sauté for 3 minutes.
Add white miso paste and stir for 1-2 minutes until infused.
Increase heat, add cooled rice, and stir thoroughly; drizzle with dark soy sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper; serve garnished with sesame seeds and nori.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep all ingredients before starting to ensure quick cooking. Use cold rice for the best texture and experiment with miso types for variation.

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