Fried Rice Recipe

Chinese · Main course · 20 min total

A quick and easy Chinese-style fried rice made with leftover rice, vegetables, and eggs, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked and chilled jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
• 3 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add eggs and scramble until just set. Remove eggs and set aside.
2. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the wok. Add rice and stir-fry, breaking up clumps, for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
3. Add peas and carrots, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
4. Return eggs to the wok, toss to combine, and serve immediately.

Tips

• Use cold, leftover rice for best texture; freshly cooked rice can be too sticky.
• Feel free to add cooked protein like chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
• For extra flavor, add a splash of rice vinegar or a pinch of sugar.

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