Description
This Better Than Takeout Fried Rice Recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish that can be made in just 20 minutes. Packed with veggies, eggs, and a delicious sauce, this homemade fried rice is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 Tbsp butter – divided
- 3 eggs – lightly beaten
- 1 large carrot – peeled and cubed
- 1 small white onion – chopped
- 3 cloves garlic – minced
- 4–5 cups rice – preferably long-grain rice (jasmine or basmati) cooked and chilled
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 4 green onions – thinly sliced
Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 3 tsp oyster sauce
Seasoning:
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat skillet: Preheat a large skillet or wok to medium heat.
- Cook eggs: Melt 1 tbsp. of butter in the pan, pour in beaten eggs, cook, and scramble.
- Cook veggies: Add remaining butter, carrot, onion, and garlic; cook until tender.
- Add rice and peas: Add cold rice and peas; cook until slightly browned.
- Combine ingredients: Add eggs, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, and oyster sauce.
- Finish and serve: Cook until hot, season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add extra soy sauce for more flavor.
- Store in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in the microwave or skillet; add water or soy sauce if dry.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg