Low Sodium Egg Fried Rice

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Low Sodium Egg Fried Rice, a healthy twist on the classic takeout favorite. Crafted with tender jasmine rice, fluffy scrambled eggs, vibrant veggies like carrots and green peas, and fragrant aromatics like garlic and ginger, this dish delivers bold flavor without excess salt. The addition of low sodium soy sauce and a drizzle of nutty sesame oil ensures a well-balanced and savory taste. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, it's the perfect one-pan meal that's easy, nutritious, and ideal for feeding the whole family. Serve it as is for a light main dish or pair it with your favorite protein for a more substantial meal. Healthy, flavorful, and simple—this Low Sodium Egg Fried Rice is bound to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
• 2 units large eggs
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 2 units garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 0.5 cup green peas (frozen or fresh)
• 3 units green onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by prepping all your ingredients. Mince the garlic and ginger, dice the carrot, and chop the green onions.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Pour the beaten eggs into the skillet and scramble until fully cooked, then remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 5

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add minced garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 30-45 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the diced carrot to the skillet and stir-fry for about 2 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 7

Stir in the peas and cook for another 1 minute.

Step 8

Add the cold, cooked jasmine rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet, mixing them into the rice evenly.

Step 10

Drizzle the low sodium soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice. Stir everything well to combine.

Step 11

Add the chopped green onions and black pepper, give it a final stir, and cook for another minute.

Step 12

Remove from heat and serve warm. Enjoy your Low Sodium Egg Fried Rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(997.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1394.4

Total Fat 52.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 1352.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 9.6g
Protein 37.4g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 246.0mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1115.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.5%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 55.9%