Easy Fried Rice
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Prep Time
5m
Cook Time
20m
Total Time
25m
This easy fried rice is a quick and delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or as a side. Made with simple ingredients like white rice, vegetables, and a few seasonings, it's a tasty way to enjoy a classic takeout-style dish right at home.
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Ingredients
Servings:
3
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Steps
1
If using day-old rice (see note), transfer to a medium bowl and break the rice up with your hands into individual grains before proceeding. Heat 1/2 tablespoon (7ml) vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until smoking. Add half of rice and cook, stirring and tossing, until the rice is pale brown and toasted and has a lightly chewy texture, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl. Repeat with another 1/2 tablespoon oil and remaining rice.
2
Return all the rice to the wok and press it up the sides, leaving a space in the middle. Add 1/2 tablespoon (7ml) oil to the space. Add onion, carrot, scallions, and garlic and cook, stirring gently, until lightly softened and fragrant, about 1 minute. Toss with rice to combine. Add soy sauce and sesame oil and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and white pepper.
3
Push rice to the side of the wok and add remaining 1/2 tablespoon (7ml) oil. Break the egg into the oil and season with a little salt. Use a spatula to scramble the egg, breaking it up into small bits. Toss the egg and the rice together.
4
Add frozen peas and continue to toss and stir until peas are thawed and every grain of rice is separate. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total
recipe.
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Calories480kcal
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Fat16g
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Saturated Fat2g
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Carbohydrates72g
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Fiber3g
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Sugar4g
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Protein9g
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Cholesterol62mg
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Sodium421mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.