Ham Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Ham Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Uncooked White Long Grain Rice; 4 Tablespoons Canola Oil, Divided; 1/2 whole Onion, Chopped; 1 cup Chopped Cooked Ham; 2 whole Eggs; 1 cup Frozen Peas And Carrots; 3 Tablespoons Butter; 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce; 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil; 1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Ground Ginger; Salt and Pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 cup Uncooked White Long Grain Rice
4 Tablespoons Canola Oil, Divided
1/2 whole Onion, Chopped
1 cup Chopped Cooked Ham
2 whole Eggs
1 cup Frozen Peas And Carrots
3 Tablespoons Butter
2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoons Ground Ginger
Salt and Pepper, to taste

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Cook rice according to package directions (bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and rice, reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes).
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Allow rice to cool COMPLETELY, then refrigerate.
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This does make a difference it stops the fried rice from being gummy.
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3.Heat about 2 Tablespoons of oil* in a wok or large skillet over med-high heat.
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Add in onions and ham.
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Saute until onions are translucent and ham is browning on the edges.
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* The amount of oil is approximate.
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Bottom line: good fried rice has quite a bit of oil and butter.
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Remove onions and ham from the wok, set aside.
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Scramble the 2 eggs in the wok, using the leftover oil/grease from the ham and onions.
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Set scrambled eggs aside.
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Add the frozen vegetables to the wok.
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Looking for them to thaw and brown slightly.
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Set vegetables aside.
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Crank up the heat a little more.
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Add in more oil around 2 Tablespoons and about 3 Tablespoons of butter.
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Wok should be smokin hot at this point after being on med-high heat for so long.
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Add the cold rice to the wok, stir around (hence the name, stir fry).
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Allow to fry for a few minutes.
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Once rice is beginning to brown, add in soy sauce (more or less to taste), sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger and salt & pepper to taste
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When the rice is fried up to your liking, add in the ham, onions, eggs and vegetables that you had set aside.
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Let it all cook together for a couple of minutes, and serve hot.

590

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 cup Uncooked White Long Grain Rice, 4 Tablespoons Canola Oil, Divided, 1/2 whole Onion, Chopped, 1 cup Chopped Cooked Ham, and more.

Yes, Ham Fried Rice 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!

Ham Fried Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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