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A steaming bowl of fresh egg fried rice with green onions

Quick way to grow perfect Egg Fried Rice

This recipe guides you through making a quick and delicious egg fried rice, perfect for a weeknight meal or a tasty side dish. It focuses on using simple ingredients and efficient cooking techniques to achieve a flavorful result.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups Cooked white rice preferably day-old
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup Frozen peas and carrots
  • 2 Green onions, chopped for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Small bowl
  • Spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk the eggs in a small bowl with a pinch of salt and pepper; set aside.
  2. Prepare all other ingredients by having them chopped and measured, ready to go, as fried rice cooks quickly.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Pour in the whisked eggs and scramble them until fully cooked, then remove them from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the day-old cooked rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a spoon, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the frozen peas and carrots to the rice, continuing to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet with the rice and vegetables, then pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil.
  6. Stir everything together thoroughly, ensuring all ingredients are well combined and coated with the sauces.
  7. Taste the fried rice and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or soy sauce as needed.
Serving
  1. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving warm.

Notes

For best results, use cold, day-old rice as it is drier and prevents the fried rice from becoming mushy. Feel free to add other vegetables like corn, bell peppers, or onions, or a protein like cooked chicken or shrimp for a more substantial meal. Adjust the amount of soy sauce to your preference and dietary needs.