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Plant-Based Dirty Rice

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A plant-based version of an authentic, Cajun dish. This plant-based dirty rice is full of healthy ingredients and great flavors. It works perfectly as the main dish or as a side. In addition, it is super easy to make and is a great option for a healthy weeknight dinner. A meat-less and much healthier version of a Southern favorite.

plant-based dirty rice

Dirty rice is a Cajun dish originating in southern Louisiana. It is typically made with white rice and chicken liver and gizzards, ground beef or pork. The process of cooking the meat with the white rice gives it a “dirty” look, hence the name dirty rice.

This recipe, however, is full of flavor without any of the animal products. Instead, this completely plant-based dirty rice is made using brown rice and a cauliflower “meat” similar to this cauliflower taco meat. The cauliflower mixture adds a great texture and boost of flavor in place of what would typically be a combination of various types of meat.

Using brown rice gives it the ‘dirty’ look. Additionally, it is whole grain that is nutrient dense and great for heart health. Paired with the cauliflower, this recipe is packed with fiber that aids in digestion while also promoting fullness.


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Vegan/ Plant-Based Dirty Rice

Course Dinner, Side Dish
Keyword brown rice, cauliflower

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups brown rice
  • 1 small cauliflower
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 bell pepper
  • 1 onion
  • 3 stalks of celery
  • 8 button mushrooms
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp thyme
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1-2 tbs chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°.

  2. Start cooking rice. See instructions below.

  3. Combine cauliflower, walnuts, onion, bell pepper, celery, and mushrooms in food processor. Pulse until everything is finely chopped.

  4. Add all seasoning (except garlic cloves and parsley) to cauliflower mixture and stir until well combined.

  5. Cover a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Evenly pour mixture onto sheet and bake in the over for 30-35 minutes; stir halfway.

How to Cook Brown Rice

  1. Put rice into a strainer and rinse thoroughly.

  2. Add rice to a pot on the stove and cover with water. You are going to be cooking the rice like you would pasta. This further removes any toxins from the rice and cooks it perfectly.

  3. Let boil on medium heat for 45 minutes or until the rice is at desired textured.

  4. Once it is finished cooking, drain the water and rinse the rice again with a strainer. Put the rice back in the pot and continue with recipe.

  5. When everything is finished cooking, combine rice and cauliflower mixture into large bowl. Add pressed garlic cloves and finely chopped parsley. Stir to combine.

  6. Serve as a side dish or the main course. Top with Louisiana Hot Sauce.

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Plant-Based No-Fry Fried Rice

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healthy fried rice

To go with my plant-based beef and broccoli, I love having a side of fried rice. This recipe, though not actually fried, tastes just as delicious as if it was. In addition, it is completely plant-based and vegan and super easy to make.
I love to add some sriracha on top for a little extra kick. The use of brown rice makes this a heart healthy recipe and is a great side of whole grains, especially when paired with an all vegetable recipe. Next time you are wanting takeout, make this healthy fried rice instead!

Find out how to perfectly cook brown rice below!

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vegan fried rice

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Brown Rice vs. White Rice

White rice is an extremely processed, refined grain. Through the processing, white rice looses most of its nutrients and fiber, essentially making it an empty carb. Because of the milling process, white rice is then enriched vitamins in order to add some of the nutrients back. In a bid to reduce overly processed, enriched and refined grains, it is best to choose brown rice over white.

Brown rice is a whole grain. Unlike white rice, brown rice is not stripped of its nutrients. It is highly nutritious, being high in fiber and a healthy carbohydrate to add into your diet. Remember, healthy carbs are not bad! Brown rice is an easy switch that can be made in your diet that could have lasting effects. In fact, by replacing white rice with brown rice, you are reducing your risk of diseases like type 2 diabetes. In addition, whole grains like brown rice help you to feel fuller longer while aiding in weight loss.


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Plant-Based Fried Rice

Course Dinner
Cuisine Chinese, Plant-Based, Vegan
Keyword rice
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 cups brown rice uncooked
  • 1/2 onion
  • 2 cups frozen peas and carrots
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ginger powder
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook rice. See instructions below.

  2. Finely chop and sauté onion in a skillet while the rice is cooking. 

  3. Meanwhile, defrost frozen vegetables in the microwave.

  4. Once the rice has been cooked, drained and rinse, add in onion and frozen vegetables. Add onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, ginger, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.

  5. Serve as a side with my plant-based 'beef' and broccoli.

How To Cook Brown Rice

  1. Put rice into a strainer and rinse thoroughly.

  2. Add rice to a pot on the stove and cover with water. You are going to be cooking the rice like you would pasta. This further removes any toxins from the rice and cooks it perfectly.

  3. Let boil on medium heat for 45 minutes or until the rice is at desired textured.

  4. Once it is finished cooking, drain the water and rinse the rice again with a strainer. Put the rice back in the pot and continue with recipe.

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