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    Home » Asian Vegan Recipes

    Vegan Thai Basil Fried Rice

    Published: Oct 21, 2015 · Modified: Aug 23, 2018 by Richa 43 Comments

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    Vegan Thai Basil Fried Rice. Thai  Veggie Fried Rice with easy ingredients, marinated tempeh and basil. Vegan Glutenfree Nutfree Recipe. 

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    Vegan Thai Basil fried rice with veggies, marinated Tempeh and thai basil | VeganRicha.com #vegan #glutenfree #recipe

    This easy fried rice is a favorite to order from Thai places and also to make at home. It is  full of flavor from the sauces and basil. Use up your veggies and add some tempeh, tofu or chickpeas for the protein and done.

    Garlic and chilies are cooked on high heat, then veggies, then basil and marinated tempeh. For the flavor profile of oyster sauce and fish sauce usually used in thai fried rice, I use soy sauce, pineapple juice, vegan oyster sauce and molasses. Add some wakame for a fish-y flavor. Once the tempeh is cooked, toss in the rice. garnish with more basil and serve. 

    Vegan Thai Basil fried rice with veggies, marinated Tempeh and thai basil | VeganRicha.com #vegan #glutenfree #recipe

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    Prep the tempeh and marinate. I made a sauce mixture of ingredients to sub fish sauce + oyster sauce. Vegan fish sauce adapted from Rika’s brilliant vegan fish sauce. Cook up garlic and veggies. Add tempeh and basil, sauces, the rice. Mix up and serve hot.

    Vegan Thai Basil fried rice with veggies, marinated Tempeh and thai basil | VeganRicha.com #vegan #glutenfree #recipe

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    Vegan Thai Basil Fried Rice

    Vegan Thai Basil fried rice with veggies, marinated Tempeh and thai basil. How to make Thai Basil fried Rice. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe. Khao Pad Bai Kraprow. Ready in 30 mins. Serves 2
    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Total Time45 mins
    Course: Side
    Cuisine: Thai
    Keyword: thai fried rice, veggie fried rice
    Servings: 3
    Calories: 402kcal
    Author: Vegan Richa

    Ingredients

    For the sauce marinade:

    • 2 to 3 Tbsp low sodium tamari or soy sauce
    • 1 Tbsp water
    • 1 Tbsp or more sugar
    • 2 Tbsp pineapple juice or orange juice
    • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) garlic powder
    • 1 tsp rice vinegar
    • 1 Tbsp vegan oyster sauce optional
    • 1 tsp molasses
    • 8 oz (226.8 g) Tempeh cubed to 1/2 inch cubes or use Tofu

    For the Fried Rice:

    • 2 tsp oil
    • 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

    Instructions

    • If using Tempeh, steam the tempeh for 11 to 12 minutes. Drain. (optional)
    • Mix all the sauce ingredients in a bowl. Add tempeh or tofu to marinate. (marinate for atleast 15 minutes).
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 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!

    Notes

    Variation: You can brown the tempeh or tofu at Step 3 with the bell pepper. Remove the tempeh from the marinade and add to the skillet with the veggies. Cook until golden on the edges and proceed to the next step to add the sauce.
    Sauce variation: Add a tsp of mushroom flavored dark soy sauce or plain thick dark soy sauce to the marinade.
    Add shredded sea weed (like wakame) for a fish-y flavor profile. 
    Nutritional values based one serving

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Vegan Thai Basil Fried Rice
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 402 Calories from Fat 99
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 11g17%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Sodium 702mg31%
    Potassium 659mg19%
    Carbohydrates 57g19%
    Fiber 3g13%
    Sugar 10g11%
    Protein 19g38%
    Vitamin A 4320IU86%
    Vitamin C 38.7mg47%
    Calcium 143mg14%
    Iron 3.4mg19%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    1. Robin

      February 18, 2022 at 5:07 pm

      Can I use tamari instead of soy?

      Reply
      • Richa

        February 18, 2022 at 7:49 pm

        Yes

        Reply
    2. philippe

      September 24, 2021 at 1:02 am

      Sawadee Kap!

      I’ll have 12 people at the table next sunday, two of em beeing vegan, nother one doesn’t eat whatever comes from the sea, and nother one never eat potatoes. This doesn’t leave much choice. So, for the first time in my life I’ll have to cook some veggie recipes. I love thaï food, and often cook some. This recipe I found here will be the main dish, I do know how to make a decent Fried Rice (with chicken of course lol) I’ll let you know how it went. cheers from France!

      Reply
    3. Rani

      February 18, 2021 at 5:45 pm

      5 stars
      Dear Richa, Thank you for your lovely recipes, you in spire me a lot. Thanks again

      Reply
    4. Devika Loiwal Baheti

      August 25, 2020 at 10:20 am

      hi! what can i replace molasses and miso paste with? im vegetarian, not vegan.

      Reply
      • Richa

        August 25, 2020 at 10:22 am

        Molasses can be replaced with jaggery. Omit the miso and add another more soy sauce

        Reply
    5. Kiran

      April 20, 2020 at 5:29 pm

      5 stars
      Hi Richa,

      I just made it. It was really easy and it tasted so good.
      Thank you for the wonderful recipe.

      Reply
      • Vegan Richa Support

        April 24, 2020 at 11:21 am

        Glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    6. lazysmurf

      April 17, 2019 at 12:25 pm

      I had been looking for a vegan Thai fried rice recipe for a while and tried several, this has been the best for sure.

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 17, 2019 at 1:21 pm

        awesome! thanks!

        Reply
    7. Monica S

      April 12, 2019 at 6:12 pm

      5 stars
      I was very skeptical because I’ve heard that fish sauce is key for anything “Thai”. This recipe proves them all wrong! I made this for dinner, and the whole family enjoyed it.

      Thank you!

      Reply
    8. SUE

      February 13, 2018 at 10:28 am

      5 stars
      This was so good I’m making it again three days later!! It’s quick, easy and delicious ☺. Thanks Richa.

      Reply
      • Richa

        February 13, 2018 at 2:14 pm

        Awesome! Yes i love this one with tofu, tempeh or whatever.

        Reply
    9. Shefalika Naik

      September 10, 2017 at 11:48 am

      Hi Richa – love your recipes. Can you please share how I would make this in the instant pot? Thanks! Shefalika

      Reply
      • Richa

        September 11, 2017 at 2:07 pm

        You can cook the garlic onion and veggies on saute for 2 minutes, then add the tempeh along with the marinade and manual for 1 minute. Quick release and mix in the cooked rice and mix in. Taste and adjust flavor and let sit for 2 minutes before serving. You can also possibly put some soaked uncooked rice with the tempeh, but the overall flavor and texture will be a bit different from fried rie kind of dish.

        Reply
    10. kathy

      October 17, 2016 at 2:28 pm

      Can you think of something I can use instead of soy sauce to keep the Thai influence? I am on an extremely low-sodium diet. I know there is low sodium soy sauce, but is there anything else I could use to substitute?

      Reply
      • Richa

        October 17, 2016 at 4:40 pm

        Have you tried coconut aminos? that might work for the flavor. Or some tamarind paste.

        Reply
    11. Nandini

      July 24, 2016 at 4:40 pm

      Hi Richa

      Was looking for a vegan basil fried rice recipe and came across your blog. I tried it and it turned out wonderfully (way above my expectations). Cant wait to try out your other recipes too.

      Cheers!

      Reply
    12. Marie

      May 21, 2016 at 10:20 am

      My son is allergic to both soy and coming, so we can’t do soy sauce or coconut aminos. Do you think salt & vinegar would work instead?

      Reply
      • Richa

        May 21, 2016 at 10:46 am

        you can do a different sauce fries rice. like peanut sauce ? i have a peanut sauce fried rice recipe on the blog.

        Reply
    13. Christine Baker

      February 24, 2016 at 12:43 am

      Just cooked this, I used to do the chicken version but since becoming vegan this is just as good.

      Reply
      • Richa

        February 24, 2016 at 10:22 am

        awesome!

        Reply
    14. Nina

      February 08, 2016 at 2:29 pm

      5 stars
      This was incredible! I love the fantastic amount of garlic in this and loads of basil. So goooooood!!! We did all the veg you suggested – carrots, zucchini, mushrooms, broccoli. Thanks!!

      Reply
      • Nina

        February 08, 2016 at 2:40 pm

        And we just did with regular basil…and was scrumptious!

        Reply
      • Richa

        February 08, 2016 at 3:03 pm

        Awesome!!

        Reply
    15. Neeta

      January 12, 2016 at 5:30 am

      This recipe is unbelievable, Richa!! I have made it so many times & it is better than any Thai restaurant.

      You are my hero(ine)!!!

      Reply
      • Richa

        January 12, 2016 at 10:27 am

        Awesome!!!!

        Reply
    16. Vanitha Sujith

      December 29, 2015 at 12:05 am

      5 stars
      My new favourite herb – Thai Basil. Yummy!

      Reply
    17. Vanitha Sujith

      December 29, 2015 at 12:04 am

      5 stars
      The addition of the Thai Basil makes this different from all the other fried rice I’ve made. Simple yet flavoursome!

      Reply
      • Richa

        December 29, 2015 at 10:29 am

        Thai basil fried rice is available in some Thai restaurants. I remember really liking it when I wasn’t vegan. This is the egg free, fish sauce free version that I make now.

        Reply
    18. Pasha Davidson

      October 23, 2015 at 4:43 pm

      5 stars
      Made this tonight. I couldn’t find Thai basil leaves, so I left them out. Other than that I followed the recipe to the letter. The directions really helped me and it turned out so good!!

      Reply
      • Richa

        October 23, 2015 at 5:04 pm

        Awesome! try it with some thai basil too!

        Reply
    19. Phoebe @ Feed Me Phoebe

      October 23, 2015 at 2:24 pm

      YUM I love some good stir-fry! Thanks for this GF + vegan recipe!

      Reply
    20. Lori

      October 22, 2015 at 1:30 pm

      5 stars
      I made a comment that this was absolutely DELICIOUS even though we lacked 3 ingredients. Just love your recipes!!!

      Just did not see my comment so reposting 🙂

      Reply
      • Richa

        October 22, 2015 at 2:03 pm

        it went into comment moderation. now posted 🙂 Thanks! so glad you loved it!

        Reply
    21. Lori Munn

      October 22, 2015 at 1:19 pm

      5 stars
      ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS and we were missing about 3 ingredients. Still so YUMMY!!!

      Reply
      • Richa

        October 22, 2015 at 1:26 pm

        Awesome!!

        Reply
    22. Sue

      October 22, 2015 at 7:56 am

      Yum! This looks delicious. Sorry your day wan’t great. I hope today is better.

      Reply
      • Richa

        October 22, 2015 at 8:52 am

        Thank you Sue. Bad eye day after eye appointment 🙂 Its a better day already!

        Reply

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