Coconut Veggie Fried Rice

By Dani Potts | December 1, 2025

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 ½ cups frozen peas or edamame
  • 2 large eggs, whisked
  • 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or avocado oil, divided
  • 1 cup carrots, finely chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 3 large cloves garlic, pressed and minced
  • 3 cups cold brown rice, preferably jasmine
  • 2 tablespoons reduced sodium tamari or soy sauce, plus more for serving
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • Optional: 2 teaspoons sriracha or other hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

INSTRUCTION

  1. Prep first: Have all ingredients chopped and ready. Place the peas or edamame in a bowl near the stove.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil. Sauté the onion, bell pepper, and carrots until tender, about 5–8 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Transfer the veggies to the bowl with the peas.
  4. Add a small splash of oil if needed and scramble the whisked eggs in the same pan until just set. Add the eggs to the veggie bowl.
  5. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. Toast the coconut flakes for about 30 seconds, until lightly golden.
  6. Add the rice and cook until warmed through, about 3 minutes.
  7. Return the veggies and eggs to the pan. Add tamari and sriracha. Stir and cook until everything is hot.
  8. Remove from heat, drizzle with lime juice, and serve topped with cilantro, lime wedges, and extra tamari or sriracha if desired.

Photo Credit: https://themodernproper.com/homemade-fried-rice

BENEFITS

This Coconut Veggie Fried Rice is a beautifully balanced, plant-forward meal that offers fiber-rich vegetables, steady energy from whole-grain brown rice, and high-quality protein from eggs and edamame or peas. The healthy fats from coconut or avocado oil help with nutrient absorption, while garlic, lime, and cilantro support digestion and immunity. It’s a nourishing, satisfying dish that supports both energy and overall wellness without feeling heavy.