Egg fried rice is a popular and delicious dish that is quick and easy to prepare.
Here is a simple recipe for making egg fried rice at home:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked white rice, preferably leftover and chilled
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
- Add the beaten eggs and scramble until cooked through.
- Remove the eggs from the pan and set aside.
- Add the peas and carrots to the pan and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, or until they are heated through and slightly softened.
- Add the green onions and garlic to the pan and stir-fry for an additional 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
- Add the chilled rice to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until the rice is heated through and starting to turn golden brown.
- Add the soy sauce and sesame oil to the pan and stir-fry for an additional minute or two, or until the rice is evenly coated.
- Add the scrambled eggs back to the pan and stir-fry for an additional minute, or until everything is well combined.
- Season the fried rice with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve your delicious homemade egg fried rice hot and enjoy!
Optional additions:
- Shrimp, chicken or tofu
- Bean sprouts
- Bell peppers
- Pineapple chunks
- Sriracha or hot sauce for some added heat
Enjoy your tasty and satisfying homemade egg fried rice!