Toasted Almond Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Toasted Almond Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Tbsp. PLANTERS Peanut Oil, divided; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1/4 cup PLANTERS Sliced Almonds; 2 Tbsp. green onion slices; 1 clove garlic, minced; 3 cups cooked rice, chilled; 1 can (8 oz.) peas, drained; 1 can (8 oz.) sliced water chestnuts, drained; 1 jar (2 oz.) sliced pimentos, drained; 3 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1/2 tsp. sugar

Servings: persons

4 Tbsp. PLANTERS Peanut Oil, divided
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup PLANTERS Sliced Almonds
2 Tbsp. green onion slices
1 clove garlic, minced
3 cups cooked rice, chilled
1 can (8 oz.) peas, drained
1 can (8 oz.) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 jar (2 oz.) sliced pimentos, drained
3 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/2 tsp. sugar

1
Heat 1 Tbsp.
2
of the oil in large skillet or wok.
3
Add egg; stir-fry 1 to 2 min.
4
or until set.
5
Remove egg from skillet; cover to keep warm.
6
Add 1 Tbsp.
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of the remaining oil to same skillet; heat 30 sec.
8
Add almonds, green onions and garlic; stir-fry 2 to 3 min.
9
or until almonds are lightly toasted.
10
Remove from skillet.
11
Heat remaining 2 Tbsp.
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oil in same skillet.
13
Add rice; stir-fry 3 min.
14
Return egg and almond mixture to skillet.
15
Add peas, water chestnuts, pimientos, soy sauce and sugar; mix well.
16
Cook until heated through, stirring constantly.

766

kcal

Calories

Fat

130

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 4 Tbsp. PLANTERS Peanut Oil, divided, 1 egg, lightly beaten, 1/4 cup PLANTERS Sliced Almonds, 2 Tbsp. green onion slices, and more.

Yes, Toasted Almond 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.

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Toasted Almond Fried Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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