Description
Simple Egg Fried Rice is a classic Asian dish made with cooked rice, eggs, vegetables, and flavorful seasonings. It’s a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked rice, preferably leftover rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove eggs to a plate and set aside.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until onions are soft and translucent.
- Increase the heat to high and add the cooked rice, peas, and carrots. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the rice is heated through.
- Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet. Add soy sauce and sesame oil, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in green onions just before serving.
Notes
- Use leftover rice for the best texture.
- Customize with additional vegetables or proteins as desired.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Calories: 325 kcal per serving
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g