Easy Peasy Ham and Egg Fried Rice
Whip up a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal in minutes with this Easy Peasy Ham and Egg Fried Rice recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines fluffy day-old white rice with hearty diced ham, scrambled eggs, and a colorful mix of peas and carrots. Infused with savory soy sauce, fragrant sesame oil, and a touch of garlic, every bite bursts with flavor. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this one-pan wonder is ideal for using up leftovers while keeping cleanup minimal. Garnished with fresh green onions, it’s a simple yet satisfying dinner or lunch option the whole family will love. Whether you're a fried rice fanatic or a kitchen newbie, this easy recipe is your ticket to deliciousness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup ham, diced
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Crack the eggs into the skillet, season with a pinch of salt, and scramble until they are just set. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil followed by the minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced ham and cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
Stir in the frozen peas and carrots mix and cook for another 2 minutes until the vegetables are heated through.
Add the cooked rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a wooden spoon or spatula.
Drizzle the rice with soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir well to evenly coat the rice.
Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet and gently mix them into the rice.
Toss in the sliced green onions, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir everything together until well combined and heated through.
Remove the skillet from the heat and serve immediately. Enjoy your Easy Peasy Ham and Egg Fried Rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1805 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.1 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 497 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 5615 mg | 244% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.8 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 94.0 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1782 mg | 38% | |
*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.
