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Egg Fried Rice

A quick and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight meals or using up leftover rice. Customize with your favorite veggies and proteins for a personalized touch.
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Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Asian Rice Dish, Egg Fried Rice, Leftover Rice Recipe, Quick Weeknight Meal
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 325kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Ingredients

Cooked Rice

  • 3 cups cooked rice preferably day-old

Egg Mixture

  • 3 large eggs lightly beaten and seasoned with salt
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce use tamari for GF option
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce optional
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots thawed
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp ginger minced

Seasoning

  • Salt and black pepper

Instructions

  • Prepare the ingredients: spread cooked rice to cool, beat eggs with salt.
  • Cook the eggs: scramble in oil until set, then set aside.
  • Sauté veggies: garlic, ginger, green onions, peas, and carrots.
  • Add the rice: stir-fry, then season with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
  • Combine with eggs: add scrambled eggs, mix, season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Notes

Best served fresh. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 168mg | Sodium: 863mg | Potassium: 266mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 113IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg
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