Description
Easy Fried Rice is the perfect quick meal that transforms leftover rice into a flavorful dish in just 20 minutes. This versatile recipe allows you to customize ingredients based on what’s in your fridge, making it both a time-saving and cost-effective option. Bursting with umami flavors from garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil, Easy Fried Rice delights family members of all ages. Whether served as a side or a main course, this one-pot wonder simplifies cleanup while satisfying your cravings for comfort food.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups cooked rice (long or short grain)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 3 tablespoons lite soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chill the cooked rice in the refrigerator until ready to use; this prevents clumping.
- Heat butter in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add onion and carrots; cook for about 2 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and peas, mixing well.
- Push the vegetable mixture to one side of the skillet, pour whisked eggs into the empty side, and scramble until fully cooked.
- Combine chilled rice with vegetables and eggs; mix thoroughly.
- Season with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until evenly coated and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg