Description
This Freakin’ Fantastic Fried Rice recipe is a delicious and satisfying dish that can be easily whipped up in your own kitchen. Packed with flavor and customizable to your preferences, it’s a perfect way to enjoy a taste of homemade takeout.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked and cooled jasmine or long-grain rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Egg Mixture:
- 3 eggs (lightly beaten)
Vegetable Mix:
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (thawed)
- 1/2 cup green onions (sliced)
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional sriracha or chili flakes for heat
Instructions
- Prepare Egg Mixture: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Transfer to a plate.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add remaining oil to the pan. Sauté onion until softened. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in peas and carrots, cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir-fry Rice: Add rice, breaking up clumps, and stir-fry until heated through. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
- Combine and Serve: Return eggs to the pan, add green onions. Mix well and stir-fry for a minute. Adjust seasoning and serve hot.
Notes
- Cold, day-old rice works best to prevent sticking.
- Customize with protein or veggies of choice.
- For lower sodium, use low-sodium soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
