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Amazing Easy Fried Rice

Amazing Easy Fried Rice

This Amazing Easy Fried Rice is a quick and comforting dish that can be made in just 25 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 cups Cooked White Rice Ideally leftover and chilled
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness to the flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Used for sautéing
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Carrots Finely chopped
  • 1 cup Onions Diced
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Fresh peas work well too
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Or garlic powder if needed
For the Protein
  • 2 large Eggs
For the Seasoning
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Adds depth to the flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust according to taste
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet or wok, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add finely chopped carrots to the skillet, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes until they soften.
  3. Next, add diced onions, lightly seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Push the sautéed vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add a drizzle of vegetable oil and pour in 2 beaten eggs, scrambling for 2 minutes.
  6. Add about 3 cups of chilled leftover rice and 1 cup of frozen peas to the skillet, breaking up any clumps.
  7. Drizzle in 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and toss everything together.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure your leftover rice is cold to prevent mushiness.

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