This easy Chinese Fried Rice is a crispy, savory dish made with leftover rice, vegetables, soy sauce, and eggs. It’s a delicious and quick meal that’s perfect for using up leftover rice.
This easy Chinese Fried Rice is a crispy, savory dish made with leftover rice, vegetables, soy sauce, and eggs. It’s a delicious and quick meal that’s perfect for using up leftover rice.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice preferably day-old rice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 units eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots thawed
- 2 tablespoons green onions chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil optional
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add the remaining oil to the pan, then add the peas and carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Add the rice to the pan and break up any clumps. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy.
- Stir in the scrambled eggs, soy sauce, and green onions. Mix well to combine.
- Drizzle with sesame oil, if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 7gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 740mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg
If I put chicken in it, does it still count as fried rice? Lol. Just curious.
Why do you need day-old rice? I used fresh and it taste fine to me. 🤷♂️
It was okay I guess, but my fried rice turned out mushy. What did I do wrong?
Maybe just cook it longer? I like my rice more crispy, sometimes you just gotta crank up the heat a bit!
Sounds like you might’ve used fresh rice instead of day-old rice! That can make it mushy. Try letting your rice cool and dry a bit before frying next time.
This is the best fried rice ever! So easy and quick to make!
Yum! This was a hit with the kids. They actually finished their plates!
This recipe is super easy! I added some chicken and it was delish! 5 stars!
I didn’t have peas, so I put corn instead. Still pretty good! 😋
Corn in fried rice? That’s different, but I’m glad it turned out well for you! 🌽
Do you really need day-old rice? I just used fresh rice and it still turned out good!
Nah, fresh rice is fine. Day-old sounds like an excuse! Just cook it and it’s fine, right?
I always thought day-old rice was a must! But if fresh worked for you, that’s awesome! Maybe it’s just a matter of preference.
Too simple for my taste. I was expecting more ingredients. 🤷♂️
But like ain’t fried rice suposed to be simple? I mean, just rice and eggs, plus some soy sauce. Who needs fancy stuff?
I think it’s all about keeping it simple! Fried rice is meant to be quick and easy. You can always add more veggies or protein if you want! 😊
Ok recipe but it’s not authentic. I prefer takeout! 3 stars.
Followed the recipe but my rice stuck together. What did I do wrong? 🤔
Chinese fried rice is my favorite! This one is good but I like mine with more garlic.
Sure, but too much garlic can be overpowering. Just a thought!
I totally get that! Garlic makes everything better! Next time, I’ll try adding more too.
Fried rice is life!! I love this recipe! Can’t wait to make it again!
I thought this would be better, but it was kinda bland. Needs more flavor.