"whatever You Have on Hand" Fried Rice Recipe

Name: "whatever You Have on Hand" Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon peanut oil or 1 tablespoon flavourless oil; 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional); 3 eggs, beaten lightly; 2 garlic cloves, chopped finely or 2 teaspoons minced garlic or 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger or 2 teaspoons minced ginger; 4 green onions, sliced thinly or 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cups cooked white rice (we prefer Jasmine); ¾ cup green beans, topped and tailed and cut into 1/4-inch pieces or ½ cup frozen peas; 2 ham steaks, diced into 1/4-inch squares; 6 large green prawns, peeled and chopped into 3-4 pieces; ½ cup bean sprouts or 190 g bean sprouts or 190 g sliced water chestnuts; 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon peanut oil or 1 tablespoon flavourless oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
3 eggs, beaten lightly
2 garlic cloves, chopped finely or 2 teaspoons minced garlic or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger or 2 teaspoons minced ginger
4 green onions, sliced thinly or 1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups cooked white rice (we prefer Jasmine)
¾ cup green beans, topped and tailed and cut into 1/4-inch pieces or ½ cup frozen peas
2 ham steaks, diced into 1/4-inch squares
6 large green prawns, peeled and chopped into 3-4 pieces
½ cup bean sprouts or 190 g bean sprouts or 190 g sliced water chestnuts
1 tablespoon soy sauce

1
Brush a large frying pan or wok with a little of the oil and place over medium heat.
2
Add half the egg and tilt pan until egg covers all or most of the pan (or the bottom of the wok).
3
When cooked enough to lift the edges, roll omelette up using a spatula and lift on to a plate.
4
Repeat with the second half of the egg mixture.
5
Slice rolled omelettes thinly into strips - set aside.
6
Add remaining oil to the pan.
7
Add garlic, ginger, onions, and beans (if using) and stir fry until onions are cooked and beans are just tender.
8
Add ham and stir fry for about 3 minutes.
9
Add prawns and peas (if using) and stir fry until prawns change colour.
10
Add rice, water-chestnuts (if using) and soy sauce, and stir fry until rice is hot.
11
Add sliced omelettes and bean sprouts (if using) and stir fry briefly before serving.

741

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

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 peanut oil or 1 tablespoon flavourless oil, 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional), 3 eggs, beaten lightly, 2 garlic cloves, chopped finely or 2 teaspoons minced garlic or 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and more.

Yes, "whatever You Have on Hand" 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!

"whatever You Have on Hand" Fried Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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