Arroz Frito Recipe

Name: Arroz Frito
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked white rice, preferably day-old; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup diced ham; 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed; 2 green onions, sliced; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; Salt and pepper to taste

Cuban · Main course · 25 min total

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This classic Cuban-style fried rice is a quick and flavorful dish made with leftover rice, ham, and vegetables, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.

10
min prep

15
min cook

4
servings

320
kcal/serving

Ingredients

3 cups cooked white rice, preferably day-old
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup diced ham
1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
2 green onions, sliced
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add diced ham and cook for 2 minutes until lightly browned.
Add peas and carrots and green onions; cook for 1 minute.
Push vegetables to one side of the pan and pour beaten eggs into the empty side. Scramble until just set, then mix with vegetables.
Add cold rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
Drizzle soy sauce over rice and sprinkle with garlic powder. Stir to combine evenly.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Tips

For best results, use cold, day-old rice to prevent mushiness.
Add cooked shrimp or chicken for extra protein.
Garnish with additional sliced green onions or a squeeze of lime.

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