Description
This Best Fried Rice Recipe is a quick and flavorful stir-fry made with cooked rice, fresh vegetables, eggs, and a savory soy-sesame sauce. Perfect for a simple weeknight meal, this dish combines the satisfying textures of fluffy rice and tender veggies with the rich taste of scrambled eggs and aromatic green onions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- ¼ large Vidalia onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup peas and carrots, frozen
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and sauté aromatics: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped Vidalia onion and minced garlic, cooking for about 2 to 3 minutes until the onions soften and the garlic is fragrant. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add frozen vegetables: Add the peas and carrots to the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until they are partially thawed and slightly tender.
- Heat and brown the rice: Increase the heat to medium-high and add the cooked rice. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is heated through and begins to brown slightly. Then, push the rice to the edges of the pan, creating a space in the center.
- Cook the eggs: Crack the eggs into the center space of the pan and scramble them until fully cooked. Once cooked, mix the scrambled eggs thoroughly into the rice and vegetable mixture.
- Season with sauce: Combine the soy sauce with the sesame oil and pour the mixture over the rice. Stir well to evenly coat the rice and vegetables with the sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Top the fried rice with chopped green onions and optional cilantro. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use day-old rice if possible for better texture and less stickiness.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or corn for extra color and flavor.
- Adjust soy sauce quantities to taste, especially if using low-sodium soy sauce.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the eggs or substitute with tofu scramble.
- Ensure garlic doesn’t burn by stirring frequently during sautéing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
