Description
This quick and easy Homemade Fried Rice recipe uses cold cooked rice, scrambled eggs, and a medley of colorful frozen vegetables, all stir-fried with savory soy and fragrant sesame oils to create a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked white rice (preferably cold)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering.
- Scramble Eggs: Add the beaten eggs to the skillet and scramble them gently until just cooked through. Remove the eggs from the pan and set aside to keep warm.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pan. Stir-fry the minced garlic and frozen mixed vegetables for 2-3 minutes until they are warmed through and tender-crisp.
- Add Rice: Add the cold cooked rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with your spatula. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to combine and heat the rice evenly.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the scrambled eggs to the pan. Add the soy sauce and sesame oil and stir thoroughly to ensure the rice and vegetables are evenly coated and flavorful.
- Finish with Green Onions: Stir in the sliced green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste and cook for an additional minute before removing from heat and serving immediately.
Notes
- Using cold, day-old rice helps to prevent the fried rice from becoming mushy.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what you have available.
- Add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity to control the saltiness according to your preference.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
