Yellow Fried Rice
Elevate your weeknight meals with this vibrant and flavorful Yellow Fried Rice, an easy-to-make dish bursting with color and taste. Fluffy jasmine rice is brought to life with a golden hue from turmeric, while soy sauce adds a savory depth. Nutritious veggies like carrots, peas, and green onions provide a delightful crunch, perfectly complemented by the aromatic blend of garlic, ginger, and onion. A quick scramble of eggs creates soft, protein-packed ribbons throughout the dish, while a drizzle of sesame oil (optional) lends a nutty finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is perfect as a stand-alone meal or as a versatile side dish. Whether you're looking for a speedy dinner or a flavorful way to use up leftover rice, this recipe checks all the boxes for taste, convenience, and stunning presentation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 large egg, beaten
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the diced carrot and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly tender.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs into the empty side. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then mix them with the vegetables.
Add the cooked jasmine rice and break up any clumps with a spatula or spoon while stirring.
Sprinkle the turmeric powder and pour the soy sauce over the rice. Mix thoroughly to evenly coat the rice and give it a golden-yellow color.
Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the peas are warmed through.
Season the rice with salt and black pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and stir in the green onions. Drizzle with sesame oil if desired for added flavor.
Serve hot as a main dish or a side, garnished with extra green onions if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1673 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.9 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 370 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 2518 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 273.0 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 48.9 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 277 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1495 mg | 32% | |
*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.
