fried rice recipe

Fried Rice Recipe

Flavor-packed, quick, and incredibly versatile this fried rice recipe brings the authentic taste of your favorite takeout right to your kitchen. Whether you make it with eggs, vegetables, chicken, or shrimp, this simple fried rice recipe guarantees fluffy, perfectly seasoned rice that never turns sticky. It’s the ideal one-pan meal for busy nights, turning leftover rice into a satisfying main dish or flavorful side in minutes. Find more healthy and tasty Fried Rice Recipe ideas here.

fried rice recipe chicken
fried rice recipe chicken

Ingredients

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium scallions, thinly sliced (separate whites and greens)
  • 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (no need to thaw)
  • 4 cups cold cooked white or brown rice (day-old rice works best)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1½ teaspoons kosher salt (adjust to taste)
  • ¾ teaspoon ground white pepper (or substitute black pepper)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ teaspoon toasted sesame oil

Optional Add-ins:

  • ½ cup diced cooked chicken or shrimp
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce or hoisin sauce for extra depth
  • Chili oil or sesame seeds for garnish

How to Cook Fried Rice

1. Prepare the Aromatics:
Mince the garlic and slice the scallions, keeping the white and green parts separate for later use.

2. Sauté the Vegetables:
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic, scallion whites, peas, and carrots. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes until fragrant and lightly softened.

3. Add the Rice:
Add the cold, cooked rice, breaking up any clumps with your hands or a spatula. Stir-fry to mix the rice evenly with the vegetables.

4. Season the Rice:
Pour in soy sauce, salt, and white pepper. Continue stir-frying for another 2–3 minutes to evenly distribute the seasonings and develop flavor.

5. Scramble the Eggs:
Push the rice to one side of the pan. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil to the other side and crack in the eggs. Scramble until nearly cooked, then fold them into the rice mixture.

6. Finish and Serve:
Turn off the heat and drizzle sesame oil over the rice. Mix thoroughly, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with scallion greens before serving hot.

fried rice recipe chinese
fried rice recipe chinese

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: About 5 cups of fried rice