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Easy Fried Rice Recipe

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Learn how to make delicious, restaurant-style fried rice at home using leftover rice and your favorite ingredients. This quick stir-fry is perfect for a weeknight meal or a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, corn, chopped bell peppers)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 4 cups cooked, day-old rice (cold)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, for deeper flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Pour in the beaten eggs and cook, stirring gently, until scrambled. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the cold, day-old rice to the skillet. Break up any clumps with your spatula. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, ensuring the rice is heated through and slightly toasted.
  5. Pour the soy sauce and oyster sauce (if using) over the rice. Stir well to combine and coat the rice evenly.
  6. Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet. Add the sesame oil and sliced green onions. Stir everything together for another minute until well combined and heated through.
  7. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Using cold, day-old rice is key to preventing soggy fried rice. The grains should be firm and separate.
  • Feel free to customize your fried rice with cooked chicken, shrimp, tofu, or other proteins.
  • For a vegetarian or vegan version, omit the oyster sauce or use a vegetarian stir-fry sauce.
  • Adjust soy sauce to your taste preference.

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