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Sweet Potato “Fried Rice”

May 8, 2017 By Patricia 46 Comments

Sweet Potato “Fried Rice” is a fun twist to a traditional dish. You’ll find it hearty and colorful, and perfect as a side or main dish. You decide!

Sweet Potato

What do you do with a bunch of leftover sweet potato pieces and parts? That might sound strange, but when I made Sweet Potato Carbonara recently, I spiraled up some sweet potato strands and was left with a bunch of useable remains (think about that long, skinny piece left behind in the machine after you spiral slice something, and the ends of the potatoes, too).

Who wants to toss perfectly good food? Not me! So I scooped up the scraps, popped them into a bag, and tossed them in the freezer to use on another day.

Sweet Potato

You could use the scraps to make my Curried Sweet Potato-Spinach Egg Muffin Cups (such a great grab-and-go meal option), or Sweet Potato & Black-Eyed Pea Curry.

But today? Today those scraps turned into Sweet Potato “Fried Rice!”

Am I the only one who wonders if fried rice is supposed to be a side dish, or a main dish? Please tell me I’m not alone? Either way, this dish works.

Sweet Potato

I chopped up my sweet potato remains into tiny little pieces. I suppose I could have used my food processor, but sometimes I like chop, chop, chopping with my knife! These little pieces turned into my “rice.”

Sweet Potato “Fried Rice” is super filling as a meatless main dish, but you could serve it as a fabulous side, too. You do you! I ate this up as soon as I made it (I couldn’t wait for actual mealtime), so I’m not sure what that’s considered. Clearly I considered it delicious because I couldn’t resist several big spoonfuls.

Sweet Potato

Add your favorite veggies or even your favorite meat to the mix. I kept this vegetarian to serve as a Meatless Monday dish, and tossed in purple cabbage, mushrooms, onions, and peas along with a handful of seasonings.

Whatever you do, don’t ditch those pieces and parts! Instead, turn them into a perfectly tasty and easy-to-make dish like Sweet Potato “Fried Rice.” You’ll be glad you did!

Sweet Potato

Nutrition

Calories

288 cal

Fat

8 g

Carbs

47 g

Protein

6 g
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Yields Serves 4-6

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
  • 1 egg
  • 3 cups sweet potato, chopped into very small pieces like rice, or pulsed in a food processor
  • 1 cup purple cabbage, chopped small
  • 1 cup mushrooms, diced
  • 1/4 cup white onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger to taste, grated
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce

Instructions

  1. Add the egg to a small bowl and whisk. Add about 2 tablespoons of water to the egg, and whisk again.
  2. Add a small skillet to the stovetop over medium heat. When hot, add 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil. When hot, add the egg mixture and let it spread flat like a thin pancake. Cook for a few minutes, then flip. After a minute or so, remove from the heat and transfer the egg to a cutting board. Cut the egg into small pieces and set aside.
  3. Add a large skillet to the stovetop over medium heat. When hot, add the vegetable oil and the remaining tablespoon of the sesame oil. When hot, add the onion and cook for a few minutes, or until it begins to soften. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 90 seconds or so.
  4. Add the remaining sesame oil to the skillet. When hot, add the sweet potato and cabbage. Add the salt and pepper. Stirring, cook for several minutes.
  5. Add the mushrooms and cook for several more minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the peas, soy sauce, and the egg pieces to the mixture, and toss to combine.
  6. When the peas have warmed through, remove the skillet from the heat.
  7. Serve warm.
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Comments

  1. Alexis @FITnancials says

    May 8, 2017 at 3:08 pm

    This looks so tasty! It also looks pretty easy to make. I'll have to try it at home. :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:41 pm

      Definitely easy to make, Alexis! Hope you try it and enjoy!
      Reply
  2. Sarah Althouse says

    May 8, 2017 at 3:50 pm

    I already pinned this because it looks chalk full of awesome things and like it would taste amazing. Can't wait to try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:39 pm

      Glad to hear it - thanks so much, Sarah! Enjoy!
      Reply
  3. Quinn Caudill says

    May 8, 2017 at 4:49 pm

    I love this recipe and my family would too! I would call it a main side!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:39 pm

      Thanks so much, Quinn! Love the "main side" category!!
      Reply
  4. Corey | The Nostalgia Diaries says

    May 8, 2017 at 5:18 pm

    This looks so delicious! I just love sweet potatoes, and I love this clever spin on fried rice!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:38 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Corey! I'm a sweet potato fan, too
      Reply
  5. candy says

    May 8, 2017 at 5:43 pm

    We enjoy fried rice so will have to try out your sweet potato fried rice version.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:37 pm

      Thanks, Candy! Hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  6. Jolina says

    May 8, 2017 at 5:44 pm

    This is wonderful! We hate throwing away food too. And using the "scraps" for "fried rice" is genius. I usually eat my fried rice on its own, especially if it has lots of other yummy ingredients but I won't say no to a piece of chicken lol.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:37 pm

      Hi Jolina! Thanks so much -- this is a perfectly filling dish, for sure!
      Reply
  7. Kristen Kavan says

    May 8, 2017 at 7:17 pm

    this looks amazing. I am adding this to my meal plan this week! Yum!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 9, 2017 at 12:54 am

      That's awesome, Kristen! I hope you like it!
      Reply
  8. Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says

    May 8, 2017 at 9:42 pm

    Love this twist to traditional fried rice! Can't wait to give it a try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 9, 2017 at 12:54 am

      Thanks, Jessica! I hope you like it!
      Reply
  9. Cori says

    May 8, 2017 at 10:17 pm

    I have never thought to prepare sweet potatoes like rice but I love the idea. I can't wait to test this recipe out.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 9, 2017 at 12:54 am

      Thanks a bunch, Cori! I hope you try it soon, and enjoy!
      Reply
  10. Cathy M says

    May 8, 2017 at 10:28 pm

    My mouth is watering looking at this--mmm yum! I cannot wait to try this fried rice recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 9, 2017 at 12:53 am

      Thanks, dear! I hope you love it!
      Reply
  11. Cynthia | What A Girl Eats says

    May 8, 2017 at 10:44 pm

    Wow Patricia! That sounds really great! I love sweet potatoes and they are so healthy too!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 9, 2017 at 12:53 am

      Thank you, Cynthia! I loooove sweet potatoes, for sure!
      Reply
  12. cara says

    May 8, 2017 at 10:54 pm

    Shut the front door! I need to make this ASAP. This looks so incredibly yummy and I love that there is a healthier alternative to one of my fave dishes!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 9, 2017 at 12:53 am

      Try it! Try it! I hope you love it! Thanks, Cara!
      Reply
  13. Sue Tanya Mchorgh says

    May 8, 2017 at 11:20 pm

    This looks so delicious! I cant wait to try this.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 9, 2017 at 12:52 am

      Thanks very much, Sue Tanya! I hope you like it!
      Reply
  14. Francesca says

    May 8, 2017 at 11:38 pm

    Yum!! Such a great alternative to fried rice!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 9, 2017 at 12:52 am

      Thanks so much, Francesca!
      Reply
  15. Lauren Kelly Nutrition says

    May 9, 2017 at 12:28 am

    I just love the flavors and colors in this beautiful dish!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 9, 2017 at 12:52 am

      Thanks so much, Lauren!
      Reply
  16. Jamie says

    May 9, 2017 at 12:58 am

    This looks like a delicious and more healthy version of a much-loved dish in our household. I don't know why I've never thought to substitute sweet potatoes for the rice! Pinning this recipe for later reference :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 9, 2017 at 1:14 am

      Thanks so much, Jamie! I hope you love it like we did in our house!
      Reply
  17. Kate says

    May 9, 2017 at 2:51 am

    This looks so delicious-as a main dish or as a side. Delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 10, 2017 at 1:40 am

      Thank you, thank you, Kate!
      Reply
  18. Mira says

    May 9, 2017 at 5:21 am

    This looks amazing, and i can't believe this isn't a thing already!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 10, 2017 at 1:38 am

      Thanks, Mira! Haha! Well....I guess it is now
      Reply
  19. April Kitchens says

    May 9, 2017 at 10:14 am

    This recipe looks yummy and simple to make. My daughter loves sweet potatoes, I'll have to give this a try! Your pics of the dish are beautiful.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 10, 2017 at 1:37 am

      Thanks very much for your kind words! This is definitely easy to make! I hope you and your daughter love it like I do!
      Reply
  20. Sofia says

    May 10, 2017 at 12:34 am

    This is just mouthwatering! Thank for sharing this receipt, I will try it tomorrow ☺️
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 10, 2017 at 1:37 am

      Thanks so much, Sofia! I hope you love it!
      Reply
  21. McKenzie Allyshia says

    May 10, 2017 at 3:20 am

    Wow, that sounds extremely amazing! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe -- I am going to have to share it with my husband who loves sweet potatoes.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 11, 2017 at 2:05 pm

      Thanks so much! I hope he loves it - you can add so many different veggies to the mix, too!
      Reply
  22. Nicole Parise says

    May 10, 2017 at 5:42 am

    This looks awesome! So creative, I need to try it! xx nicole www.nicoleparise.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 11, 2017 at 2:04 pm

      Thanks, Nicole! I hope you love it!
      Reply
  23. Kimberly @ Berly's Kitchen says

    May 11, 2017 at 1:14 am

    This is a great twist on fried rice and so much healthier, too! I would never have thought to use sweet potatoes, but it makes a ton of sense. Now my mind is racing with all the veggies that can be added to it. Sounds wonderful! We'll definitely have to make this.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 11, 2017 at 2:02 pm

      Hi Kimberly! I know - not sure why I hadn't thought of it sooner since I looooove sweet potatoes! Thanks so much for stopping by!
      Reply

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Growing up surrounded by my Italian family it was always, "grab a plate" whenever anyone came to visit. Food was always a celebration, even everyday meals, and I like it that way. I try to make each meal memorable with my recipes for mainly meatless, mostly healthy, and easy-to-make dishes (with sweet treats in between).

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