Description
Master the art of perfectly fluffy and flavorful egg fried rice with this easy, quick, and customizable recipe. Better than takeout!
Ingredients
3 cups cooked day-old white rice (Jasmine or Basmati work best), chilled
2 large eggs, whisked with a pinch of salt and pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil (or canola oil), divided
1 small onion, finely diced
1 medium carrot, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
1/2 cup frozen peas (and/or corn), thawed
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
2 green onions (scallions), thinly sliced, divided
Instructions
Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or a very large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Pour in the whisked eggs.
Step 2: Let the eggs set for a few seconds, then gently scramble them until just cooked through but still soft. Remove the scrambled eggs from the pan and set aside on a plate.
Step 3: Add another 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same wok/skillet and increase the heat to high. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger (if using). Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Add the finely diced onion and carrot to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the thawed frozen peas and corn (if using) and stir-fry for another minute.
Step 5: Add the cold, day-old rice to the wok. Break up any clumps with your spatula. Spread the rice evenly in the pan and let it sit undisturbed for about a minute to get a slight char on some grains. Then, stir-fry vigorously for 3-5 minutes, ensuring the rice is heated through and slightly toasted.
Step 6: Push the rice and vegetables to one side of the wok, creating a small clearing. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the clearing. Pour in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and granulated sugar mixture. Let it bubble for 10-15 seconds, then quickly toss and mix it into the rice until everything is evenly coated and beautifully colored.
Step 7: Return the scrambled eggs to the wok. Add most of the thinly sliced green onions (reserve a small amount for garnish). Toss everything together gently for another minute, just until the eggs are fully incorporated and heated through.
Step 8: Remove from heat immediately. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with the reserved green onions.
Notes
For best results, always use cold, day-old rice. This prevents the rice from becoming mushy. Don't overcrowd your pan – cook in batches if necessary, or use a very large wok to ensure the rice fries instead of steams. High heat is your friend here!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sides & Salads
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg