Kelly Jensen
This Turmeric Fried Rice Recipe Is
- Bright
- Fresh
- Perfectly Spiced
- Simple
- Versatile
- Vegan and Vegetarian
Easy Weeknight Turmeric Rice Recipes in Under 30 Minutes
This lemon turmeric fried rice is what I call an Easy Weeknight Meal – which is on your table in about 30 minutes. These quick and simple recipes are perfect for those nights when you want a quick homecooked meal but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen.
I have a whole section of The Herbeevore dedicated to Easy Weeknight Meals, that are great for the whole family. From soups and stews, to pastas and proteins – a yummy meal can be on your table in no time. Even faster than ordering takeout!
What’s In This Turmeric Lemon Fried Rice?
I cook with fresh produce from my garden and from Misfits Market– they sell fantastic fruit, vegetables, & pantry staples at a discounted price. We get Misfit boxes every other week and love picking out favorite produce for delivery. Get $10 off your first box here!
- Cooked Rice: any variety works, but I used jasmine for mine.
- Vegetable Oil – I like to use a very neutral light oil for this recipe – and this vegetable oil is a great and inexpensive ingredient to fry up the rice in.
- Onion
- Garlic: I use fresh garlic when I have it, and this great jarred organic garlic when I don’t have fresh. It’s actually super convenient to have pre-chopped garlic on hand for quick and easy meal prep.
- Bell Pepper: If you don’t have fresh peppers, these sweet roasted red peppers are a great substitute! I love adding them to breakfast bakes, sandwiches or wraps, and soups.
- Frozen Peas
- Smoked Paprika: give an additional depth of flavor to this dish.
- Sriracha – for a little heat! We go through this sriracha, its great on soups, curries, and noodle bowls like these curry noodles.
- Turmeric – a staple in our spice cabinet! I try to add a teaspoon of turmeric into soups, stews, and rice dishes too.
- Lemon Juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Save Leftover Rice for a No-Waste Recipe!
I’m all about saving, reusing, or repurposing as much as I can in my kitchen. This lemon fried rice with turmeric is the perfect recipe to repurpose something you may be tempted to throw out.
Instead of tossing leftover rice in the compost or garbage, you can repurpose it into a delicious and flavorful meal. I’m all about saving anything I can from my kitchen, and this sauce is a great way to avoid letting leftovers go to waste!
How Do I Make Lemon Turmeric Fried Rice?
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In a wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper and sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
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Add peas, paprika, Sriracha and turmeric and cook for an additional minute, stirring the vegetables so they are coated in the spice.
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Add the cooked rice to the wok and stir well so until rice becomes a warm yellow color. Add lemon juice, stir, and more oil if the rice still seems to dry. Taste, and add salt and pepper if desired.
More Easy Recipes with Leftover Rice You’ll Love!
Chickpea Lemon Rice Soup Recipe
Vegetarian Leftover Fried Rice Recipe
Creamy Zucchini Rice Soup Recipe
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Turmeric Fried Rice
Equipment
- Wok
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil plus more if needed
- 1 sweet onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 1 cup peas
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 lemon juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper and saute for 5 to 6 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Add peas, paprika, Sriracha and turmeric and cook for an additional minute, stirring the vegetables so they are coated in the spice.
- Add the cooked rice to the wok and stir well so until rice becomes a warm yellow color. Add lemon juice, stir, and more oil if the rice still seems to dry. Taste, and add salt and pepper if desired.
Notes
Save Money on Organic Groceries!
I get all the fresh produce for my recipes from my garden and from Misfits Market – they sell all organic produce at a super discounted price, and it’s purchased direct from the farmers. We get Misfit Market boxes every month and love picking out our favorite seasonal produce for delivery. You can get $10 off your first $30 box by clicking here! If you think organic produce is too expensive… think again, and give Misfits Market a look!Nutrition
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Great fried rice flavor. Cheaper than carry out and more nutritious