Egg Fried Rice: A Quick and Flavorful Delight
Savor the irresistible taste of homemade egg fried rice, where fluffy scrambled eggs meet perfectly cooked, crispy rice, and vibrant veggies. This dish is not only a feast for your taste buds but also a fantastic way to use leftover ingredients creatively. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, egg fried rice is sure to impress your family and friends with its delightful aroma and delicious flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked day-old rice
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather your tools: a large skillet or wok, spatula, and mixing bowl.
- Prep ingredients: chop green onions finely and whisk the eggs in a bowl until blended.
- Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame oil until fragrant but not smoking.
- Scramble the eggs in the skillet for about 1-2 minutes until just set; remove and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 30 seconds before adding thawed peas and carrots; cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add day-old rice and soy sauce; stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until heated evenly.
- Fold in scrambled eggs and chopped green onions until well combined. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 210mg