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A white bowl filled with Fried rice.

Easy Fried Rice

Chef Jenn
Easy Fried Rice combines leftover rice with veggies, eggs, soy sauce, and butter for a fast, savory dish that works as a main or side. It’s simple, customizable, and perfect for busy nights or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Asian-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 677 kcal

Equipment

  • nonstick wok

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ½ cup onion diced
  • ½ cup carrots diced
  • ½ cup frozen peas no need to thaw
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten
  • 3 cups white rice cooked and chilled
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • soy sauce to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large frying pan or wok over medium heat. Add the vegetable oil, onions, and carrots and sauté until the carrots and onions are tender.
  • Add the frozen peas and stir to combine.
  • Push the vegetables to one side of the pan. Pour the beaten eggs onto the empty side and scramble with a spatula until fully cooked. Stir the cooked eggs into the vegetables.
  • Add the cooked rice and mix well.
  • Cut the butter into small chunks, scatter over the rice, and stir as it melts. Let the rice fry for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the soy sauce to taste and mix well.
  • Season with salt and pepper, if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

Chef Jenn’s Tips

  • Use day-old rice for the best fried rice texture; it keeps grains fluffy instead of mushy.
  • A nonstick wok or high-sided skillet works best for quick frying.
  • Add protein, such as diced ham, shrimp, or leftover chicken, for a full meal.
  • A wooden spoon or silicone spatula helps prevent scraping the pan while mixing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 677kcalCarbohydrates: 117gProtein: 14gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 97mgSodium: 96mgPotassium: 316mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3106IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 2mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword easy fried rice, homemade fried rice, leftover rice, quick rice recipe
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