Description
Indulge in a quick and delicious homemade Chinese Fried Rice that’s packed with vibrant vegetables and savory flavors—a perfect dish for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas and carrots)
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add vegetable oil; once hot, scramble the eggs until fluffy and slightly undercooked. Remove from the pan.
- Sauté mixed vegetables and green onions in the same pan until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps.
- Add scrambled eggs back into the pan along with soy sauce and sesame oil; mix well to combine.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Customize your fried rice with leftover proteins like chicken, shrimp, or tofu for added flavor. For extra crunch, toss in some bean sprouts or bell peppers. Using cold, day-old rice prevents mushiness.