Best Easy Olive Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe

A uniquely Chinese condiment of preserved olives and mustard greens gives this fried rice a distinctive salty-savory depth. This vegetarian family dish is quick, flavorful, and a pantry-friendly meal.

Cook 25 min Difficulty EASY 350 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • cooked jasmine rice 3 cups
  • olive vegetable (Chinese preserved olive & mustard greens) 1 oz
  • carrot 0.5 cup
  • frozen peas 0.5 cup
  • scallions 3 stalks
Seasonings/Sauce
  • soy sauce 1.5 tbsp
  • toasted sesame oil 1 tsp
  • vegetable oil 1.5 tbsp
  • white pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 58 g 66%
Protein 7 g 8%
Fat 10 g 26%
Serving size 250g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Heat a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high and add vegetable oil; swirl to coat the pan.

  2. 2

    Add chopped carrot and sauté for 2 minutes until just softened, adjusting heat to prevent browning.

  3. 3

    Stir in the olive vegetable and half of the scallions; cook for 1 minute to release aroma and infuse oil.

  4. 4

    Add cold cooked rice; toss and break up clumps with a spatula, mixing thoroughly with other ingredients.

  5. 5

    Drizzle in soy sauce, sprinkle with white pepper and toasted sesame oil, then add frozen peas; stir-fry another 2-3 minutes until rice is hot and peas are tender but still bright.

  6. 6

    Turn off heat, garnish with remaining scallions, and serve immediately to preserve the texture.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What’s the key ingredient in this Olive Vegetable Fried Rice?
The defining ingredient is Chinese olive vegetable—a preserved condiment made from black olives and mustard greens. It imparts the fried rice with a uniquely salty, umami-rich depth that distinguishes the dish from typical vegetable fried rice.
Q. How should I control the heat for best texture and flavor?
For optimal flavor and to avoid soggy or mushy rice, use medium-high heat when stir-frying. Adjust the temperature after adding the carrots to prevent over-browning, and make sure to toss the cold rice thoroughly to warm it through without steaming.
Q. How do I prevent the rice from becoming clumpy or sticky?
Start with cooked, chilled rice to ensure separated grains. Break up clumps with a spatula as you add it to the pan, and avoid overpacking the pan to allow the rice space to fry and dry out slightly, maintaining a pleasing texture.
Q. What is the nutritional value per serving?
Each 250g serving provides about 350 kcal, with 58g carbohydrates (66% of energy), 7g protein (8%), and 10g fat (26%), making it a flavorful, moderate-energy vegetarian main or side.
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