Easy Egg Fried Rice Recipe
Enjoy this easy Chinese takeout-style egg fried rice that is tasty, super easy to make, and perfect for a quick weekday meal or as a flavorful side dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Rice:
- 2 cups day old white rice preferably long grain
Eggs:
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Veggies:
- ½ small yellow onion, small dice
- 2 tablespoons frozen peas and carrots, thawed (optional)
Sauces:
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing rice wine (optional)
- 2 tablespoons light sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil (optional)
Garnish:
- 1 stalk green onion, just the green part sliced (optional for garnish)
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
- Oil as needed for cooking and garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Rice: Break apart day-old rice grains by rubbing them between your hands or in a sealed bag until separated.
- Cook Eggs: In a hot wok, scramble beaten eggs until cooked, then set aside.
- Sauté Veggies: Stir-fry onion, peas, and carrots until fragrant.
- Combine Ingredients: Add rice, scrambled eggs, sauces, and wine. Stir-fry until well combined.
- Finish: Add sesame oil and green onions. Toss to combine. Garnish with more green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy!
Notes
- For best results, use day-old long grain rice for optimal texture.
- If using medium or short grain rice, lightly coat the rice in oil before stir-frying.
- Adjust ingredients based on personal preference and dietary needs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 648 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1667mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 99g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 372mg
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