Easy Fried rice
Ingredients
- ▢ 3 cups cooked rice *
- ▢ 2 Tbs sesame oil
- ▢ 1 small white onion chopped
- ▢ 1 cup frozen peas and carrots thawed
- ▢ 2-3 Tablespoons soy sauce more or less to taste
- ▢ 2 eggs lightly beaten
- ▢ 2 Tbsp chopped green onions optional
Directions
- 1
Preheat a large skillet or wok to medium heat. Pour sesame oil in the bottom. Add white onion and peas and carrots and fry until tender.
- 2
Slide the onion, peas and carrots to the side, and pour the beaten eggs onto the other side. Using a spatula, scramble the eggs. Once cooked, mix the eggs with the vegetable mix.
- 3
Add the rice to the veggie and egg mixture. Pour the soy sauce on top. Stir and fry the rice and veggie mixture until heated through and combined. Add chopped green onions if desired.
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About this Recipe
Craving the comforting flavors of your favorite takeout fried rice, but want to whip it up fresh at home? This Easy Fried Rice recipe delivers a delicious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful side dish.
Your Go-To Fried Rice
This recipe shines through its simplicity and the use of readily available ingredients. It’s designed to bring the classic fried rice experience into your kitchen without any fuss. The beauty here is in combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s greater than the sum of its parts, proving that incredible flavor doesn't need to be complicated.
Imagine tender grains of rice, lightly coated in savory soy sauce and aromatic sesame oil, mingling with crisp-tender peas and carrots. Each bite offers a delightful balance of textures, from the fluffy rice to the soft scrambled egg pieces, all enhanced by the gentle bite of chopped onion. It’s a wonderfully balanced dish that’s both hearty and incredibly flavorful, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds. The optional fresh green onions add a final layer of bright, zesty flavor that truly brings the dish to life.
Customization is key with fried rice! While this recipe focuses on classic vegetable fried rice, you can easily adapt it. Feel free to incorporate cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a protein boost. For an extra layer of flavor, a pinch of white pepper or a dash of oyster sauce can elevate the dish. If you don't have white onions, yellow onions work just as well, providing a similar savory base.
Serve this Easy Fried Rice as a standalone meal for a satisfying lunch or dinner, or pair it with other Asian-inspired dishes like stir-fries or spring rolls for a complete feast. It’s an incredibly versatile dish that fits many occasions, from casual family meals to more festive gatherings.