I make this brown rice stir-fry with vegetables every week. This recipe is life-changing and so simple. Add your favorite veggies or what's in season.
I'm always trying new recipes because I'm a food blogger, but there are some dishes I'm always making because they taste amazing, are easy to make and good for my health, like this brown rice stir-fry with vegetables. I make this dish every single week, seriously, I can't believe I haven't shared the recipe with you yet!
Being vegan is great, but sometimes it can be difficult to find healthy vegan dishes when you eat at restaurants. There is an Asian place in my city that I love because it's full of healthy food. You just have to choose your favorite ingredients and a sauce and they make you a wonderful meal.
One day I realized I could make the stir-fry I always order at home and here is the recipe! Although they only have white rice, I prefer brown rice because is more nutritious and tastes AMAZING. Use your favorite veggies or what's in season, I use different vegetables every time, but I (almost) always add broccoli.
This stir-fry is life-changing, I'm sure you're going to love it!
If you like this brown rice stir-fry with vegetables, check out these recipes: vegan stir fried Udon noodles, vegan fried rice, and vegan spring rolls.
Brown Rice Stir-Fry with Vegetables
Ingredients
- ½ cup uncooked brown rice
- 1 cup red cabbage, chopped
- ½ head of broccoli, chopped
- ½ red bell pepper, chopped
- ½ zucchini, chopped
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 handful fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne powder
- 2 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
- Sesame seeds for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Cook the brown rice according to package directions.
- Place some water in a wok or frying pan and bring it to a boil. Then add the veggies (they must be covered by the water) and cook for 1 to 2 minutes over high-heat. Drain the veggies and set aside.
- Heat the oil in the wok and add the garlic, cayenne powder and parsley. Cook over high-heat for about 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
- Add the vegetables, rice and tamari. Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes more.
- Add some sesame seeds for garnish (optional).
- Store the brown rice stir-fry in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Feel free to use other grains, veggies, spices or any other non-refined oil.
- To make an oil-free recipe, just cook the garlic, cayenne powder and parsley in some water or oil-free broth. You could also omit step number 3, use some garlic powder and cook it with the cayenne powder, parsley, veggies and rice for a few minutes.
- If you don't like spicy food, omit the cayenne powder or add less.
Barbara Lofton says
This was delicious. I made a few minor changes but the recipe turned out great!! Thanks!
Iosune Robles says
Hi Barbara! So glad you liked it 🙂
Delaney Deputy-Dack says
This new year I decided to stop buying frozen food and cook my meals every night and OMG! I made this tonight and it was one of the yummiest, and easiest, things I’ve ever made! This is definitely going to be my go to. Can’t wait to make more of your meals!
Iosune Robles says
Wow, thanks for your kind words 🙂 So glad you liked it!!
Tammy says
So simple So delicious. I made this exactly as written a couple times. 3rd time I changed up some vegetables. Today I used vegetables listed in recipe, but added onion. I also air fried the the vegetables instead of boil. A neat twist on the recipe. I will do it both ways. This is a staple in my house now! Thank you so much.
Iosune Robles says
Hi Tammy! Sounds so good 🙂
Gerhard Schloeffel says
Yes my wife and I we made this recipe today. It’s easy to make. We used our pressure cooker to make the rice. It’s delicious and you know your eating a healthy meal as well
Iosune Robles says
So glad you liked it Gerhard 🙂 Have a nice day!
amielle says
hi! I want to make this recipe but I want to freeze it. Is it possible? if yes how long can it stay in the freezer? thanks!
Iosune Robles says
Hi Amielle! Feel free to freeze it 🙂 I think that it can stay in the freezer at least 1 month!
David Archuleta says
I made the meal and followed the recipe as written. I Loved it; partnered with Thai grilled shrimp and salad; Fantastic!
Iosune Robles says
Hi David! Sounds so good! I'm glad you liked it 🙂
Cheryl miller says
I quiet enjoyed it. A bit of flavor other than soy and just the right amount of cayenne powder.
I used sushi rice and cooked it as stated in my Buddhist chef book
Iosune Robles says
Hi! So glad you liked it 🙂 Have a nice day!
Noel says
Very good. Simple to make. Life-changing? Well, that's maybe going a little far.
Iosune Robles says
Hi Noel! Thanks for your kind words 🙂 Have a nice day!
iember gordon says
It was great, really easy to cook and tasted amazing thank u
Iosune Robles says
Hi! Thanks for your kind words 🙂 Have a nice day!
TK says
Hi, serving size mentioned as 1/4 of the dish above. May I know how much is the 1 serving in gram? I followed this recipe for 4-8 servings and I managed to get 5 servings with 220gram each I’m not so sure on the calorie count for each servings. Thank you
Iosune Robles says
Hi! I think that 1/4 is, more or less, 130 g 🙂 Hope I have helped you! Have a nice day!
Valerie says
Hello Iosune!
I made the brown rice stir fry with veggies and it's one of the best that I've ever made. It came out great. I never thought to boil the veggies in the pan first before stir frying them. I did not have the cabbage so I added some carrots and put some red pepper flakes to make it more spicy. Thanks for a tasty recipe!
Iosune Robles says
Hi Valeria, I'm so glad you liked it 🙂 Thanks!
Thalia says
Hi! I made this tonight for the first time and my husband and I loved it! I have never used red cabbage and brown rice before on a stir fry and I have to say it made it very delicious. So much that I wanted more but there was nothing left in the pan! It’s exactly two medium servings. I read you recommend 1/4 of the recipe for 1 serving but I guess that’s if you are not that hungry or you have a side.
By the way I would like to ask what can be a nice salad side to cook for this delicious meal? I loved the recipe but we stayed a bit hungry after. I’ll add 1/4 More of the ingredients next time to make a bigger serving but I would much rather prefer if you can Share side salads for stir fry dinner meals.
Thank you:)
Iosune Robles says
Hi Thalia!!! Thank you for your comment!!! You can find several salads ideas in our blog!! Check it out! Have a great day!