Easy Vegetable & Egg Fried Rice
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
unsalted
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
fully thawed, can substitute for canned mixed vegetables
- 4 tablespoons dried minced onion
may substitute 1 medium yellow onion or 1 tablespoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
may substitute 4 cloves minced garlic
- or to taste½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 eggs
beaten
- 4 cups leftover cooked rice
- or to taste, may substitute low sodium soy sauce⅓ cup soy sauce
Directions
- 1
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and allow to melt.
- 2
Once the butter is sizzling, add the mixed vegetables, dry minced onion, garlic powder, and pepper and mix. Sauté for a couple of minutes, tossing occasionally, until the spices become fragrant.
- 3
Push the vegetables out toward the perimeter of the skillet making a large well in the middle. Once the butter has puddled back in the center of the skillet, add the eggs and scramble.
- 4
Mix the scrambled eggs into the vegetables and then add one cup of rice and a small amount of the soy sauce, mixing them thoroughly into the vegetables and breaking up any clumps of rice. Slowly mix in the remaining rice and soy sauce, a small bit at a time, until all the ingredients are fully combined. Continue stirring and cook until the rice is hot and steamy, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Serve and enjoy!
Easy Vegetable & Egg Fried Rice
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About this Recipe
Craving a vibrant, flavorful side dish that comes together in a flash? This Easy Vegetable & Egg Fried Rice is your answer, bringing restaurant-quality taste to your table in mere minutes.
This recipe shines by transforming everyday ingredients into a satisfying dish with minimal effort. Using leftover cooked rice is crucial for ensuring perfect texture, while the combination of savory soy sauce, fluffy eggs, and mixed vegetables creates a beautifully balanced, comforting flavor profile that’s hard to resist.
Prepare for a delightful medley of savory flavors, with each bite offering individual rice grains, tender-crisp mixed vegetables, and soft, fluffy scrambled egg. It’s incredibly straightforward to prepare, making it a reliable choice for busy weeknights or whenever you need a delicious side dish without the fuss. The simplicity of this fried rice allows the natural flavors of the ingredients to truly shine through.
This fried rice is wonderfully adaptable to your pantry. Feel free to swap dried minced onion for a fresh medium yellow onion, finely diced, or a dash of onion powder for convenience. Similarly, garlic powder can be exchanged for fresh minced garlic if you prefer a bolder garlic flavor. For a lighter touch, you can opt for low sodium soy sauce without sacrificing flavor.
This versatile fried rice is ideal as a complementary side to almost any Asian-inspired main course, from stir-fries to grilled meats, or even enjoyed simply on its own for a light and satisfying meal.