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Quick Egg Fried Rice

A classic comfort dish using leftover rice, scrambled eggs, and green peas.

Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

10 min

Servings

2

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Cooked white rice (chilled)
  • 3 pieces Large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
  • 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
  • 0.5 cup Frozen peas and carrots(optional)
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Beat the eggs in a small bowl with a pinch of salt.

  2. 2

    Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large wok or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Pour in the eggs and scramble until just set. Remove eggs from the pan and set aside.

  3. 3

    Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same pan. If using, sauté the garlic and frozen vegetables for 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the chilled rice to the pan, breaking up any large clumps with a spatula. Fry for 3-4 minutes until the rice is heated through and slightly toasted.

  5. 5

    Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice. Stir well to coat evenly.

  6. 6

    Fold the scrambled eggs and green onions back into the rice. Toss for another minute.

  7. 7

    Serve hot immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

420

kcal

Protein

14

g

Carbs

58

g

Fat

15

g

Fiber

2

g

Sugar

1

g

Sodium

850

mg

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