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Crowd-Pleasing Homemade Fried Rice

Crowd-Pleasing Homemade Fried Rice: Quick, Customizable Delight

Crowd-Pleasing Homemade Fried Rice is a quick, customizable meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Substitution: Use vegetable oil for a neutral taste.
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice Day-old, cold rice yields the best texture.
  • 1 cup Peas and Carrots Mix Substitution: Fresh or frozen vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini can be used.
  • 1 Chopped Onion Should be diced finely for even cooking.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended; adjust quantity as desired.
For the Protein
  • 2 Eggs Substitution: Tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 Chicken, Shrimp, or Tofu Great options to boost protein content.
For Flavoring
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Substitution: Use gluten-free tamari for a gluten-free version.

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes, then add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil.
  2. Add 1 chopped onion and 3 cloves of minced garlic. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Toss in 1 cup of frozen peas and carrots mix and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until tender yet crisp.
  4. Push the vegetable mixture to one side, crack 2 eggs into that space, and scramble for about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add 4 cups of cold, day-old cooked rice, break up clumps, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Pour in 3 tablespoons of soy sauce over the rice and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Continue to stir-fry for another 2-4 minutes until the rice is heated through and lightly browned.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using cold, day-old rice helps prevent mushiness. Quality sesame oil enhances flavor.

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