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Best Fried Rice Recipe

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A quick and flavorful recipe for classic Best Fried Rice featuring cooked rice, vegetables, scrambled eggs, and a savory soy-sesame sauce, perfect as a satisfying meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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Rice and Vegetables

  • 3 cups cooked rice
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ¼ large Vidalia onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup peas and carrots, frozen

Eggs and Sauce

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce

Garnishes

  • green onions, chopped
  • cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped Vidalia onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onions become soft and translucent, about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent garlic from burning.
  2. Add Vegetables: Stir in the frozen peas and carrots, cooking until they are partially thawed and warmed through, approximately 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Cook Rice: Increase heat to medium-high and add the cooked rice to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the rice to heat up thoroughly and begin to brown slightly. Then reduce heat to medium-low, push the rice to the sides of the pan to create a well in the center.
  4. Scramble Eggs: Crack the eggs into the well in the center of the skillet and scramble them. Once the eggs are fully cooked, mix them into the rice and vegetable mixture evenly.
  5. Add Sauce: Combine soy sauce and sesame oil, then pour the mixture over the fried rice. Stir thoroughly to ensure even coating of the sauce throughout the rice.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Top the fried rice with chopped green onions and optionally, fresh cilantro, for added flavor and color. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice if possible for better texture and less clumping.
  • Adjust soy sauce quantity to taste or dietary preferences.
  • Optional addition of other vegetables or cooked meats can enhance the dish.
  • Keep stirring gently to prevent sticking or burning.

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