Here’s a simple, flavorful Fried Rice recipe — perfect as a side or a main dish. You can customize it with vegetables, meat, or shrimp.
🍚 Classic Fried Rice
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old for best texture)
- 2–3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, bell pepper)
- 2–3 green onions, sliced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Optional: cooked chicken, shrimp, or pork
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Rice
- Use cold, day-old rice if possible. This prevents sogginess.
- Break up any clumps with a fork.
2️⃣ Cook the Eggs
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Pour in beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3️⃣ Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables
- Add remaining oil to skillet.
- Sauté onion and garlic 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add mixed vegetables and cook another 3–4 minutes until tender.
4️⃣ Add Rice and Protein
- Add rice and cooked eggs back to the skillet.
- Stir-fry, breaking up clumps and mixing evenly with vegetables.
- Add any cooked protein if using.
5️⃣ Season
- Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil.
- Toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
- Stir in green onions at the end.
6️⃣ Serve
- Serve hot as a side dish or main course.
- Optional: garnish with extra green onions or sesame seeds.
💡 Tips
- Use high heat for a slightly crispy texture.
- Day-old rice works best because it’s drier and fries better.
- Customize with pineapple, cashews, or chili flakes for variety.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan; stir-fry in batches if needed.
If you want, I can also give you:
- 🍤 Shrimp fried rice recipe
- 🥓 Pork fried rice recipe
- 🥦 Vegetable fried rice recipe
Do you want one of these variations?
