Description
Egg fried rice is a quick, flavorful dish that combines fluffy rice with scrambled eggs and vibrant vegetables. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at gatherings. With its simple ingredients and customizable nature, you can whip up this comforting classic in under 30 minutes. Whether you prefer it as a standalone meal or a side dish paired with proteins like chicken or shrimp, egg fried rice offers endless possibilities. Dive into this easy-to-follow recipe to create a satisfying dish that’s sure to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Gather and chop all ingredients before starting.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining oil and sauté green onions and any additional veggies for about 3 minutes.
- Add the cooked rice, breaking up clumps, and stir-fry for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in the scrambled eggs along with soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring well.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 186mg