Best Ever Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Best Ever Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil (I use olive oil); 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 3/4 cup yellow onion, minced; 1 cup chinese-style roast pork, chopped (I use thick bacon strips); 4 cups cooked long-grain rice, chilled; 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce; 2 cups iceberg lettuce, shredded (optional); 1/2 cup frozen green pea, thawed; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup green onion, minced; 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon canola oil (I use olive oil)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup yellow onion, minced
1 cup chinese-style roast pork, chopped (I use thick bacon strips)
4 cups cooked long-grain rice, chilled
3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 cups iceberg lettuce, shredded (optional)
1/2 cup frozen green pea, thawed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup green onion, minced
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil

1
Heat canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add eggs; stir-fry for 1 minute or until done. Remove from pan.
3
Add yellow onion to pan; saute 2 minutes or until translucent.
4
Stir in Chinese-style Roast Pork, or whatever meat you have chosen; stir-fry 5 minutes over medium-high heat.
5
Add rice and soy sauce; stir-fry 2 minutes.
6
Return eggs to pan; cook 1 minute.
7
Stir in iceberg lettuce (if using), green peas, salt and pepper; stir-fry 1 minute.
8
Sprinkle with green onions, and drizzle with sesame oil.

966

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon canola oil (I use olive oil), 2 large eggs, lightly beaten, 3/4 cup yellow onion, minced, 1 cup chinese-style roast pork, chopped (I use thick bacon strips), and more.

Yes, Best Ever Fried Rice falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Best Ever Fried Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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