Fried Chinese Rice
Transform your leftover rice into a restaurant-quality dish with this classic Fried Chinese Rice recipe—a quick, flavorful favorite that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Featuring perfectly stir-fried cold cooked white rice, tender scrambled eggs, and a vibrant mix of peas, carrots, and aromatics like garlic and ginger, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of texture and taste. Soy sauce and a hint of sesame oil give the dish its signature savory depth, while fresh green onions add a pop of color and a mild, tangy crunch. Perfect as a standalone meal or a versatile side dish, this fried rice is a must-try for anyone craving authentic Chinese flavors at home.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups cold cooked white rice
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 large egg
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
- 3 stalks green onion (sliced)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Step 2
Crack the eggs into the wok and scramble them until just set, then transfer them to a plate and set aside.
Step 3
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the wok, then sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the frozen peas and carrots mix to the wok, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Step 5
Add the cold cooked white rice to the wok and use a spatula to break up any clumps, mixing it thoroughly with the vegetables.
Step 6
Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice, and toss the mixture to coat evenly.
Step 7
Return the cooked scrambled eggs to the wok and break them into smaller pieces, mixing them throughout the fried rice.
Step 8
Add the sliced green onions, salt, and black pepper, then toss everything together and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve hot in bowls or on a platter.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1311.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1874.9 |
| Total Fat 72.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 35.0g | |
| Cholesterol 439.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3285.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 258.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.3g | |
| Protein 45.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 107.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 235.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1191.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories