Craving takeout but want a healthier and more affordable option? This Instant Pot fried rice is ready in minutes and it’s vegan and gluten-free! A perfect weeknight meal. The Instant Pot ensures perfectly cooked rice every time, and you can customize it with your favorite vegetables.
This gluten-free and vegan fried rice is a crowd-pleaser that the whole family will love.
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Super Easy Instant Pot Fried Rice (Vegan & Gluten-Free!)
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Say goodbye to takeout and hello to this simple and satisfying Instant Pot Fried Rice (Gluten-Free & Vegan)! This recipe uses pantry staples and comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. The Instant Pot ensures perfectly cooked rice every time, and you can customize it with your favorite vegetables. It's a healthy, flavorful, and completely plant-based meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. Drain and rinse well.
- Add rinsed and drained rice, broth, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, onions, minced garlic, spices, and vegan butter.
- Cook rice on High pressure for 6 minutes; be sure to turn off the keep warm mode, otherwise rice will overcook. Let pressure naturally release for 10 minutes.
- Open and add the vegetables, gently stir, and close the lid. (steam will cook the peas and carrots)
- Allow to sit closed for 5 minutes, open the lid, and mix gently.
- Serve with your favorite protein or enjoy as is. Both options are delicious.
Equipment
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 343.15kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.32g9%
- Saturated Fat 4.42g23%
- Trans Fat 0.01g
- Sodium 1049.46mg44%
- Potassium 365.22mg11%
- Total Carbohydrate 64.1g22%
- Dietary Fiber 4.74g19%
- Sugars 6.11g
- Protein 9.33g19%
- Vitamin A 389.01 IU
- Vitamin C 13.14 mg
- Calcium 59.38 mg
- Iron 4.03 mg
- Vitamin E 0.54 IU
- Vitamin K 21.53 mcg
- Thiamin 0.52 mg
- Riboflavin 0.13 mg
- Niacin 4.44 mg
- Vitamin B6 0.28 mg
- Folate 45.01 mcg
- Phosphorus 157.55 mg
- Magnesium 44.99 mg
- Zinc 1.29 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Rice Type: I used jasmine rice for this recipe, which results in a fragrant and slightly sticky fried rice. You can substitute with long-grain white rice, but the texture might be slightly different. Brown rice can also be used, but you'll need to increase the cooking time to about 22-25 minutes with a natural pressure release of 15 minutes.
Tamari/Soy Sauce: Be sure to use gluten-free tamari or soy sauce to ensure this recipe remains gluten-free. If you are also avoiding soy, coconut aminos are a great substitute, although they will impart a slightly sweeter flavor.
Vegetable Variations: Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite vegetables! Other great additions include bell peppers, broccoli florets, corn, edamame, or even chopped mushrooms. Add them along with the frozen peas and carrots after the rice is cooked.
Preventing Sticky Rice: To prevent the rice from becoming too sticky, make sure to rinse it thoroughly before cooking. This removes excess starch.
Serving Suggestions: This Instant Pot Fried Rice is delicious on its own as a light meal, or you can serve it with your favorite protein, such as pan-fried tofu, tempeh, or edamame. It also makes a great side dish for other Asian-inspired meals.
Storage Instructions: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Adjusting Seasoning: Taste the fried rice before serving and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may want to add a little more tamari/soy sauce or a pinch of salt and pepper.
User Reviews
Excellent with lots of flavor. One of the best fried rice recipes I have tried.
Thanks so much! We’re thrilled you enjoyed it!
Made this for my kids and husband this morning and was pleasantly suprised. My kids spit out the carrots and said it was too healthy but me and my husband loved it.
Hi Samantha, thanks for sharing! We’re so glad you and your husband enjoyed it! Kids, right? 😂 Sometimes it’s a challenge to get them to eat their veggies. Maybe next time you can sneak in some finely grated carrots or try a different vegetable altogether. We’re happy it was a hit with at least half the family! 😊
Good recipe.
Thanks for your feedback! We’re glad you thought it was good. Is there anything we could improve?