Fried Brown Rice
Elevate your weeknight meals with this quick and nutritious Fried Brown Rice recipe—perfect for transforming leftover brown rice into a flavorful, veggie-packed masterpiece. Featuring tender carrots, vibrant peas, and aromatic garlic stir-fried with soy sauce and sesame oil, this dish delivers a delightful balance of savory and nutty flavors. Scrambled eggs and sliced green onions add hearty texture and freshness, while the cold rice ensures each grain stays firm and perfectly fried. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is a healthier twist on traditional fried rice that’s ideal for busy families or meal prep enthusiasts. Serve it as a satisfying main or pair it with your favorite protein for a wholesome and customizable dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup peas, frozen
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Prepare the brown rice in advance if not using leftovers. Ensuring the rice is cold helps prevent it from becoming mushy during frying.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Once hot, pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until cooked. Transfer the scrambled eggs to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and diced carrots. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes until the carrots start to soften.
Add the peas and sliced green onions to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
Increase the heat to high and add the cold, cooked brown rice to the pan.
Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice and vegetables. Stir-fry everything together to ensure even distribution of the sauce and oil. Break up any clumps of rice with a spatula.
Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet along with the rice. Mix everything together and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
Season the fried rice with black pepper and salt, adjusting to taste.
Once everything is well-combined and heated through, remove the skillet from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious homemade fried brown rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1075 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 520 mg | 11% | |
*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.
