Description
Egg Fried Rice is a delightful dish that combines fluffy rice, scrambled eggs, and colorful vegetables in a savory sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With the ability to customize it with your favorite ingredients, this dish not only satisfies your cravings but also allows you to sneak in more veggies into your meals. Impress your family and friends with this flavorful homemade egg fried rice that’s ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure the rice is cold to prevent stickiness.
- In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, add oil and scramble the eggs until fully cooked. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté green onions, peas, and carrots for about three minutes until tender.
- Add the cold cooked rice and break apart any clumps while stirring.
- Pour in soy sauce and drizzle sesame oil over the rice mixture; stir well.
- Return scrambled eggs to the skillet, mix everything until heated through, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 210mg