Description
Easy Fried Rice is the ultimate quick meal, ready in just 20 minutes! This versatile dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a flavorful side for any occasion. Using leftover rice, vibrant vegetables, and a savory sauce, you can bring the taste of your favorite restaurant right to your table. Customize it with your choice of proteins and enjoy a comforting meal that satisfies every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cooked rice (long or short grain)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 large eggs (whisked)
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1–2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons lite soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chill the cooked rice in the refrigerator to separate grains.
- In a large skillet or wok, melt butter over medium heat. Cook onions and carrots for about 2 minutes until softened. Add garlic and peas; cook for an additional minute.
- Push the vegetables to one side and scramble the whisked eggs on the other side.
- Stir in chilled rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil; mix well and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm as a main course or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg