Description
Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying dish with this Simple Egg Fried Rice recipe. Made with basic ingredients and ready in just 20 minutes, this fried rice is perfect for busy weeknights. Customize it with your favorite veggies and protein for a delicious meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
3 cups cooked rice (preferably leftover)
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. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic 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
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite protein such as shrimp or chicken, or additional veggies like bell peppers or broccoli.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 325 kcal
