Easy Fried Rice Recipe
This easy fried rice recipe is a quick and delicious way to enjoy a homemade takeout favorite. Made with simple ingredients and ready in just 25 minutes, this Asian-inspired dish is perfect for a tasty weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked and chilled white rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (thawed)
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- 2 green onions (sliced, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok. Add beaten eggs, scramble until fully cooked, then transfer to a plate.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add Veggies: Add peas and carrots, cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir-Fry Rice: Add cold rice, break up clumps, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
- Season: Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper, stir to coat evenly.
- Finish: Fold in cooked eggs and green onions, cook for 1 minute, then serve hot.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for best results.
- You can add chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein.
- Adjust soy sauce to taste or use low-sodium.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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