If you’re looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that is easy to make, Sweet Potato Fried Rice is the perfect choice. It’s an ideal weeknight dinner or lunch where the whole family can enjoy good food without too much fuss. This fried rice packs plenty of nutrients like protein, dietary fiber, vitamins A and C, potassium and B-complex vitamins which makes it both tasty AND healthy – win-win! You’ll also love that this one-pan dish only takes about 20 minutes to prepare from start to finish. Plus with our simple step by step instructions you don’t have to be an experienced chef in order to whip up something that will wow everyone at your table as you share a cozy home cooked meal together. So let’s get started so you can experience just how amazing Sweet Potato Fried Rice really is!
Recipe
Serves 4
1 Tbsp sesame oil, divided
5 garlic cloves, chopped
3 Tbsp ginger, chopped
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1 cup red onion, sliced thin
2 cups mushrooms, sliced thin
2 cups sweet potatoes, sliced thin
2 cups of cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice
2 Tbsp of coconut aminos
1 Tbsp of rice vinegar
1 tsp of sea salt
1/2 tsp of black pepper
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup basil, chopped
*optional mix-ins – cooked lentils, sprouts, peas, chicken
How to Prepare
In your largest skillet, heat 1/2 Tbsp of sesame oil and lightly saute the garlic, ginger, turmeric and red onion for 2 minutes.
Add the mushrooms and saute until browning, about 3 minutes. Add the sweet potato and mix well. Add 2-3 Tbsp of water and cover. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes or until tender.
Transfer 3/4 of the veggies to a bowl. Add the cooked rice to the remaining veggies in the skillet along with the remaining sesame oil. Add the coconut aminos, vinegar, salt and pepper. Stir to coat.
Let cook uncovered for 2-3 minutes or until rice is beginning to crisp up a bit. Add any other mix-ins or leave as is.
Add the veggies from the bowl back to the skillet and heat through.
Stir in the cilantro and basil. Serve immediately and enjoy.
