Simple Fried Rice

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   Set a heavy-bottomed 12-inch nonstick or cast iron skillet over low heat while preparing meat, vegetable, garlic, and eggs.

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   Marinate the meat in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.

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   Three to four minutes from making the fried rice, increase the heat to high and turn on the exhaust fan.

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   Put 1 tablespoon of oil and the onion in the skillet; stir-fry until the onion is still crisp but starts to turn brown, about 1 minute.

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   Add the raw meat or vegetable; stir-fry until crisp-tender for vegetables or lightly browned for meat, about 1 minute.

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   Add the cooked meat or vegetable; stir-fry until lightly browned, about 1 minute longer.

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   (If both meat and vegetables are raw or cooked, stir-fry the meat first, giving it a little head start.)

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    Stir in the garlic, then transfer the mixture to a plate; set aside.

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    Put the remaining 3 tablespoons oil in the skillet; heat until shimmering.

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    Add the rice; stir-fry, breaking up clumps, until heated through, about 2 minutes.

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    Add the egg; stir until scrambled, about 1 minute.

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    Return the meat/vegetable mixture, along with the remaining 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and the scallions, to the pan and stir to combine.

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.