Description
This flavorful Fried Rice recipe is a classic Chinese dish made with cooked white rice, mixed vegetables, eggs, and a savory blend of soy sauce and sesame oil. It’s quick and easy to prepare, making it a perfect weeknight meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked and chilled white rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (such as peas, carrots, and corn)
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, scramble eggs until just set, then set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Cook onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in mixed vegetables and cook until tender.
- Stir-fry Rice: Add chilled rice to the pan and stir-fry until heated through.
- Combine Ingredients: Return eggs to the skillet, pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, tossing everything together.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper, garnish with green onions, and serve hot.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for best results.
- Substitute tamari for soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- Add cooked protein like chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra flavor and protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
