Easy Fried Rice: Quick Weeknight Meal (Print Version)
Whip up a delicious and quick fried rice in minutes. This easy recipe is perfect for using leftover rice and customizing with your favorite ingredients.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Chinese
# Ingredients:
→ The Golden Grains
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4 cups cooked day-old jasmine rice
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2 large eggs
→ Vibrant Veggies & Aromatics
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2 tbsp vegetable oil
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1/2 cup diced yellow onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup diced carrots
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1/2 cup frozen peas
→ Umami Elixir
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1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
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1 tsp toasted sesame oil
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1 tsp granulated sugar
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1/4 tsp white pepper
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Fresh Finish
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1/4 cup sliced green onions, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Whisk 2 large eggs in a small bowl. In another small bowl, combine 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp white pepper. This sauce is key for your Easy Fried Rice Recipe for a Quick Meal.
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Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Pour in the whisked 2 large eggs and scramble until just set, about 1-2 minutes. Remove the cooked eggs and set aside.
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Add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok. Add 1/2 cup diced yellow onion and 2 cloves garlic, minced. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
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Stir in 1/2 cup diced carrots and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender. Add 4 cups cooked day-old jasmine rice, breaking up any clumps with your spatula. Press the rice against the wok to get a slight crisp.
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Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the rice and vegetables. Add the cooked scrambled eggs and 1/2 cup frozen peas. Toss everything together vigorously for 2-3 minutes, ensuring all ingredients are well combined for your Easy Fried Rice Recipe for a Quick Meal.
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Taste and adjust with salt and pepper to taste if needed. Garnish your Easy Fried Rice Recipe for a Quick Meal with 1/4 cup sliced green onions before serving immediately.
# Notes:
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Using day-old rice is crucial! Freshly cooked rice is too moist and will result in a mushy fried rice.
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Feel free to add other proteins like cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu. You can also swap veggies like bell peppers or corn.
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Store leftover fried rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.
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Serve this fried rice as a complete meal or as a side dish to other Asian-inspired entrees like General Tso's chicken or spring rolls.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Wok or large skillet
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Spatula
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Cutting board
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Chef's knife
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 349 kcal
Total Fat: 11 g
Total Carbohydrate: 53 g
Protein: 8 g