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Egg Fried Rice Recipe

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A classic and flavorful Egg Fried Rice recipe featuring leftover or freshly cooked jasmine rice stir-fried with sautéed vegetables, scrambled eggs, and a savory soy-sesame sauce. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal using simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice (leftover or cold rice works best)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 large Vidalia onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Green onion, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Rice: Cook jasmine rice according to package directions or use leftover cold rice, which yields better texture in fried rice.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the chopped Vidalia onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onions are soft and translucent, about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  3. Add Frozen Peas and Carrots: Add the frozen peas and carrots to the skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until partially thawed and warmed through. If using fresh vegetables, adjust cook time accordingly.
  4. Incorporate Cooked Rice: Increase heat to medium-high and add the cooked rice to the skillet. Stir and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the rice is hot and starts to brown slightly.
  5. Create Space for Eggs: Push the rice to the sides of the pan, creating a well in the center for the eggs to cook.
  6. Scramble Eggs: Crack the eggs into the well and scramble them gently until fully cooked.
  7. Combine Eggs with Rice: Stir the cooked scrambled eggs thoroughly into the rice mixture, ensuring even distribution.
  8. Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and sesame oil.
  9. Final Coating: Pour the soy-sesame sauce over the rice and stir well until all the rice is evenly coated with the sauce.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the egg fried rice with chopped green onions and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • Using cold or leftover rice helps prevent the fried rice from becoming mushy.
  • You can substitute frozen peas and carrots with fresh vegetables if desired.
  • Feel free to add protein like chicken, shrimp, or tofu for variation.
  • Adjust soy sauce amount for preferred saltiness.
  • Use a wok if available for best stir-fry heat distribution.

Keywords: egg fried rice, fried rice recipe, easy fried rice, leftover rice recipe, Asian stir fry, quick dinner

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