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Egg Fried Rice

Satisfying Egg Fried Rice: Quick, Easy Comfort in a Bowl

Enjoy this quick and easy Egg Fried Rice recipe, perfect for a comforting meal under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice Day-old rice is ideal to prevent clumping.
For the Eggs
  • 3 large Eggs Scrambled for protein.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables Use your favorites, like carrots or peas.
For the Flavor
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Swap for tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Choose vegetable or sesame oil.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Garnish
  • 1 cup Green Onions Optional, for garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • wok
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Egg Fried Rice
  1. Gather your ingredients: cooked rice, eggs, mixed vegetables, soy sauce, oil, salt, and pepper. Fluff the rice with a fork.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet. Scramble beaten eggs, cooking for 2-3 minutes, then remove and set aside.
  3. Add another tablespoon of oil and sauté chopped vegetables for 3-4 minutes until tender.
  4. Combine the fluffy cooked rice with the sautéed vegetables. Stir gently for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour soy sauce over the mixture and stir to coat, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Return scrambled eggs to the skillet, mixing gently with rice and vegetables. Heat through for 1 minute.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, and stir in green onions if desired before serving.
  8. Serve immediately in bowls or on plates, and enjoy your homemade Egg Fried Rice!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use day-old rice and prep all ingredients before starting to streamline cooking.

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