Garlic and Egg Fried Rice
Transform your everyday leftovers into a restaurant-worthy delight with this quick and flavorful Garlic and Egg Fried Rice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe takes just 25 minutes from prep to plate, making it an ideal choice for a fuss-free meal. Featuring the nutty aroma of golden garlic, fluffy scrambled eggs, and the umami punch of soy sauce (with an optional splash of oyster sauce), this dish is packed with bold flavors in every bite. Finishing touches of fragrant sesame oil and freshly chopped green onions add irresistible depth and a pop of color. Made with chilled, day-old rice for the best texture, this one-pan wonder is satisfying as a standalone meal or a versatile side dish. Whether you’re craving comfort food or looking to elevate simple ingredients, this Garlic and Egg Fried Rice is a must-try for home cooks everywhere.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked and chilled white rice
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 stalks Green onion (chopped)
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Crack the eggs into a small bowl, add a pinch of salt, and beat until well combined.
Heat a large non-stick frying pan or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Pour the beaten eggs into the pan and scramble gently until just set. Remove the scrambled eggs from the pan and set aside.
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the pan, and then add the minced garlic. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant and golden.
Increase the heat to high, then add the cooked and chilled rice to the pan. Use a spatula to break apart any clumps of rice, and stir well to combine with the garlic.
Drizzle the soy sauce and oyster sauce (if using) over the rice, and sprinkle in the salt and black pepper. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes to ensure the rice is evenly coated and heated through.
Return the scrambled eggs to the pan, breaking them up into smaller pieces with the spatula, and mix them into the rice.
Add the sesame oil and chopped green onion, then give the rice a final toss to combine all the flavors.
Serve the garlic and egg fried rice immediately as a delicious side or main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
359 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 684 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 149 mg | 3% | |
*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.
