Chinese Fried Rice
Transform your kitchen into a takeout hotspot with this easy and irresistible Chinese Fried Rice recipe! Perfectly seasoned with soy sauce and a hint of sesame oil, this dish combines fluffy, day-old white rice with vibrant vegetables like carrots, peas, and green onions, while scrambled eggs add a comforting touch of protein. The high-heat stir-fry technique ensures every grain is coated in flavor, while the sprinkle of white pepper provides a subtle kick. Ideal as a quick weeknight dinner or a delightful side dish, this fried rice comes together in just 30 minutes and delivers restaurant-worthy results every time. Whether you're craving a taste of classic Chinese cuisine or need to use up leftover rice, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked white rice
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
Instructions
Start by cooking 4 cups of white rice ahead of time, preferably a day before. Cold, dry rice works best for fried dishes.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, beat the 2 large eggs with a pinch of salt. Pour the eggs into the skillet, stirring to create scrambled eggs. Once cooked, transfer to a bowl and set aside.
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the skillet. Stir in the diced carrots and frozen peas. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender.
Increase the heat to high, then add the cold cooked rice to the vegetable mix. Stir continuously to break up any clumps and ensure the rice is evenly distributed.
Pour the 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over the rice. Stir everything together so the sauce coats the rice thoroughly.
Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet, mixing them into the rice.
Add the sliced green onions, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of white pepper. Stir fry for an additional minute to combine the flavors.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Once adequately seasoned, remove the skillet from heat.
Serve warm, garnished with additional green onions if desired. Enjoy your homemade Chinese fried rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1151 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 444 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
