Name: Easy Fried Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided; 3 large eggs, beaten; 2 medium carrots, peeled and finely diced; 1 small yellow onion, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed; 4 cups cooked white or brown rice, chilled; 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 2 green onions, sliced thin (optional, for garnish)

Description

This Easy Fried Rice is a fast, one-pan meal packed with fluffy scrambled eggs, crisp vegetables, and savory sauce-coated rice. Perfect for quick lunches, dinners, or a satisfying side dish, it’s ready in just 15 minutes and endlessly adaptable.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
3 large eggs, beaten
2 medium carrots, peeled and finely diced
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
4 cups cooked white or brown rice, chilled
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
2 green onions, sliced thin (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add beaten eggs and scramble gently until cooked. Transfer to a plate.
Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Sauté diced carrots and onion for 3–4 minutes until soft.
Stir in garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
Add chilled rice and peas. Stir and cook for 3–4 minutes, breaking up clumps and letting rice crisp slightly.
Return scrambled eggs to the pan and mix with the rice and vegetables.
Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Toss everything together and cook for 1–2 minutes more until evenly coated and hot.
Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve.

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture and to avoid mushiness.
Swap white rice with brown rice or quinoa for a healthier twist.
Add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu to make it a full meal.
Stir in chili sauce or sriracha for a spicy kick.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or soy sauce to refresh texture.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stir-Fry
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 330
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 11g
Cholesterol: 165mg