Simple Fried Rice
Transform your leftovers into a restaurant-style favorite with this Simple Fried Rice recipe! Perfectly seasoned and brimming with vibrant flavors, this easy fried rice comes together in just 25 minutes using day-old cooked white rice, mixed vegetables, and a touch of soy sauce and sesame oil for a savory finish. A quick scramble of eggs adds protein, while sautéed garlic and onions infuse aromatic depth. This one-pan dish is ideal for busy weeknights and can be customized with your favorite add-ins, like chicken or shrimp. Garnished with fresh green onions, this recipe is a delicious and budget-friendly way to enjoy a takeout classic at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked white rice (cold, preferably day-old)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, and corn)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 stalks green onions (sliced, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium heat.
Crack the eggs into the skillet and scramble them, cooking until just set. Remove the eggs from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Stir-fry the chopped onion until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Toss in the frozen mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the cold rice. Break up any clumps with a spatula and mix the rice with the vegetables.
Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
Add the scrambled eggs back into the skillet, breaking them into smaller pieces as you mix.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Continue stirring until the rice is heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.6 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 3067 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.8 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 36.7 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 736 mg | 16% | |
*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.
