Homemade Fried Rice: Quick, Flavorful, and Fully Customizable

This Homemade Fried Rice is a quick, customizable dish perfect for using leftovers, ready in just 35 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

3 cups Cooked long-grain rice Day-old rice works best

For the Aromatics

1 tablespoon Sesame oil Substitute with olive oil if preferred
2 tablespoons Vegetable oil Can be replaced with canola or any neutral oil
1 small Yellow onion, finely diced Shallots can be used as an alternative
2 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is best

For the Veggies

1 cup Mixed vegetables Frozen peas, carrots, and corn are great options
Green onion For garnish

For the Protein

2 large Eggs, lightly beaten Omit for vegan version or use scrambled tofu
1/2 cup Cooked protein, diced Customize with chicken, shrimp, pork, or tofu

For Flavoring

3 tablespoons Soy sauce Low sodium options available
1 tablespoon Oyster sauce Can be omitted for vegetarian version
1 teaspoon Rice vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted
1/2 teaspoon Ground ginger Fresh ginger gives a more intense flavor
1/4 teaspoon White pepper Offers a unique flavor profile

For the Heat

Sriracha or chili garlic sauce To taste

Equipment

Wok or Skillet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Homemade Fried Rice

Gather all your ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
Place a large wok or skillet over high heat and heat for about 2 minutes. Add sesame oil and vegetable oil.
Sauté the finely diced onion in the hot oil for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then add minced garlic for another 30 seconds.
Add mixed vegetables to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until heated and tender.
Push veggies aside and scramble the eggs for 1-2 minutes until just set.
Combine rice and protein into the wok, breaking apart clumps and stir-frying for 2-3 minutes.
Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, and white pepper; mix thoroughly for 1-2 minutes.
Garnish with sliced green onions and drizzle with Sriracha or chili garlic sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Tips for making fried rice include using cold rice, high heat cooking, and avoiding overcooked vegetables.

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