Name: Vegetarian Chahan (Japanese Fried Rice)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 to 3 Scallions; 3 Eggs; 2 Tbsp Garlic Ginger Soy Sauce; 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil; 4 servings Cooked Rice; Salt and pepper to taste

5 from 3 votes

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Make a quick and delicious Vegetarian Chahan in just 15 minutes! When you’re short on time but hungry, this fried rice recipe is here for you. Give it a try!

Looking for simple rice dishes? Try my Vegetarian Chahan, Japanese Corn Fried Rice, and Garlic Fried Rice!

I’ll walk you through the ingredients and step-by-step instructions. I hope you enjoy it!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

This vegetarian chahan recipe is straightforward, requiring only 7 ingredients.
It comes together in just 15 minutes with minimal prep, making it perfect for a quick meal!
Plus, it’s easy to customize by adding your favorite protein to the dish. Explore more options later on!

Chahan

Chahan is a Japanese fried rice dish with cooked rice, eggs, vegetables, and various proteins, such as seafood, fish, or meat, seasoned with simple ingredients. Known for its savory taste and ease of preparation, it’s a favorite for a quick meal.

Recipe Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to make this Japanese Fried Rice:

Cooked rice: In Japanese cooking, we use short-grain rice, but you can also use long-grain rice if preferred. If you’re new to cooking Japanese rice, please take a look at this recipe: How to cook Japanese rice on the stove.
Oil: I recommend using sesame oil for its excellent aroma in fried rice, but feel free to use your favorite oil.
Garlic Ginger Soy Sauce: This homemade sauce features a blend of ginger, garlic, and soy sauce. It’s best prepared in advance, but if you’re in a hurry, you can substitute it by mixing soy sauce with grated garlic and ginger.

How To Make Vegetarian Chahan: STEP BY STEP

Here are some quick visual instructions! You can go to the printable recipe card below for the video and detailed ingredients and instructions.

Step 1

Chop scallions.

Step 2

Beat the egg and mix with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce.

Step 3

Stir-fry the egg. (I use an electric griddle in this recipe, but you can also use a wok or skillet.)

Step 4

Stir-fry the rice and chopped scallions. Finish with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve on your plate and enjoy your chahan! It’s delicious and super simple to make. I hope this fried rice will be your new favorite!

Recipe Tips

Leftover rice or frozen rice works best for chahan. Just warm it up a bit before stir-frying. I don’t recommend freshly cooked rice as it can become soggy.
When stirring the rice, use a spatula to cut through the stir-fry quickly. Avoid pressing down too hard from the top, which can crush the rice.

Variations

Since this vegetarian chahan recipe is quite simple, you can just personalize it by adding your favorite ingredients. Here are some suggestions to get you started!

Seafood Chahan: A blend of various seafood, such as shrimp, squid, and mussels, for a seafood-packed chahan.
Corn Chahan: Sweet corn kernels and crisp lettuce add freshness. I make this often, especially during corn season when I can get fresh corn at a store.
Natto Chahan: This chahan is perfect for those who love natto, the fermented soybeans.

What To Serve With

To complement this Vegetarian Chahan, I recommend serving it with tofu miso soup, pickled napa cabbage, and vegetable gyoza!

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Vegetarian Chahan (Japanese Fried Rice)

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Prep: 5

Cook: 10

Total: 15

Servings: 4

Author: Juri Austin

Make a quick and delicious Vegetarian Chahan in just 15 minutes! When you're short on time but hungry, this fried rice recipe is here for you. Give it a try!

Ingredients

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Chop scallions. Beat eggs and mix with garlic ginger soy sauce.
Prepare the Pan: Heat a large wok or frying pan over medium heat. Add the sesame oil and spread to coat the pan.
Stir-fry the Egg: Pour in the beaten eggs and allow them to set until they start to cook slightly. Once the edges begin to firm up, use a spatula to stir-fry the eggs gently.
Stir-fry the Rice: Add the cooked rice and chopped scallions, and stir-fry with the eggs until everything is well combined.
Season: Salt and pepper to taste.

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Notes

Storage: Store the leftover chahan in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days.
Leftover rice or frozen rice works best for chahan. Just warm it up a bit before stir-frying. I don’t recommend freshly cooked rice as it can become soggy.
When stirring the rice, use a spatula to cut through the stir-fry quickly. Avoid pressing down too hard from the top, which can crush the rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 14g

Course: Rice

Cuisine: Japanese

Keyword: Japanese fried rice, vegetarian chahan

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Vegetarian Chahan (Japanese Fried Rice)