Special Veg Schezwan Fried Rice is not just a dish—it’s a full-on experience of textures, flavors, and street-food nostalgia. If you love bold flavors and quick meals, this recipe will become your go-to favorite!
🌟 IntroductionCraving a fiery, flavorful street-style Indo-Chinese dish? Veg Schezwan Fried Rice is the ultimate choice. Packed with crunchy vegetables, bold spices, and a zesty Schezwan sauce, this dish brings restaurant-style magic right to your kitchen.
Servings: 2
Cost: 150
Ingredients
Base:
- 2 cups cooked basmati rice cold or leftover works best
- 2 tbsp oil preferably sesame or vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp garlic finely chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger finely chopped
- 2 –3 green chilies slit or chopped
- 1 onion sliced
- ¼ cup carrot finely chopped
- ¼ cup capsicum bell pepper, chopped
- ¼ cup cabbage shredded
- ¼ cup spring onions chopped (white and green parts separated)
Sauces:
- 2 tbsp Schezwan sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp vinegar
- ½ tsp black pepper powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prep and Sauté Veggies
- Heat oil in a wok or large pan over high heat.
- Add garlic, ginger, green chilies – stir fry for 30 seconds.
- Add onions and cook until slightly translucent.
- Toss in carrots, capsicum, and cabbage. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes on high heat (keep them crunchy).
Step 2: Add Sauces and Rice
- Add Schezwan sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the cooked rice and stir gently so the grains don’t break.
- Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Step 3: Garnish and Serve
- Turn off heat and add spring onion greens.
- Serve hot with extra Schezwan sauce or Manchurian on the side.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
- Pairs well with Veg Manchurian, Gobi 65, or Paneer Chili
- Great as a lunch box recipe
- Serve with soup for a complete Indo-Chinese meal
💡 Tips & Variations
- Use chilled rice to prevent sogginess
- Adjust spice level by changing the amount of Schezwan sauce
- Add tofu or paneer for protein-rich variation
- Want more crunch? Top with roasted peanuts or sesame seeds