Easy Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Easy Fried Rice Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked white rice (12 ounces; 350g; see note); 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable or canola oil, divided; 1 small onion, finely chopped (4 ounces; 115g); 1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into small dice (3 ounces; 85g); 2 scallions, thinly sliced (1 ounce; 30g); 2 medium cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons; 5g); 1 teaspoon (5ml) soy sauce; 1 teaspoon (5ml) toasted sesame oil; Kosher salt and ground white pepper; 1 large egg; 4 ounces (115g) frozen peas

Servings: persons

2 cups cooked white rice (12 ounces; 350g; see note)
2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable or canola oil, divided
1 small onion, finely chopped (4 ounces; 115g)
1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into small dice (3 ounces; 85g)
2 scallions, thinly sliced (1 ounce; 30g)
2 medium cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons; 5g)
1 teaspoon (5ml) soy sauce
1 teaspoon (5ml) toasted sesame oil
Kosher salt and ground white pepper
1 large egg
4 ounces (115g) frozen peas

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.

544

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Protein

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups cooked white rice (12 ounces; 350g; see note), 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable or canola oil, divided, 1 small onion, finely chopped (4 ounces; 115g), 1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into small dice (3 ounces; 85g), and more.

Yes, Easy Fried Rice Recipe falls under the General 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!