Easy Fried Rice
A quick and customizable dish that’s perfect for using up leftovers, packed with vegetables and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (like peas and carrots)
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Add the beaten eggs and scramble them until they are fully cooked—golden and fluffy.
- Toss in the mixed vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes, until they’re tender and vibrant.
- Add the cooked rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps so each grain gets that lovely flavor.
- Drizzle the soy sauce over the mixture, season with salt and pepper, and stir well to combine everything deliciously.
- Toss in the chopped green onions and stir until everything is heated through, brighter and more colorful.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra green onions if desired, and relish the comforting taste of home.
Notes
Use day-old rice for the best texture. This dish is versatile; feel free to add your favorite proteins or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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