Easy Fried Rice Recipe with Everyday Ingredients

Learn how to make delicious fried rice using simple ingredients you already have at home. This quick and budget-friendly recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner and can be customized with vegetables, chicken, or shrimp.

Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked Jasmine rice (day-old, chilled is mandatory)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil (high smoke point like peanut or avocado)
• 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots blend
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tsp dark soy sauce (for color)
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 tsp white pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the rice by breaking up any large clumps with clean, wet hands so the grains are individual and free-moving.
2. Heat your wok or large skillet over high heat until a drop of water sizzles away instantly; add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat.
3. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble quickly for about 30 seconds until mostly set but still soft; remove eggs from the pan and set aside.
4. Add another teaspoon of oil if needed, then toss in the garlic and ginger for 15 seconds until fragrant but not brown.
5. Add the frozen peas and carrots, tossing for 1-2 minutes until they lose their frost and look vibrant.
6. Turn the heat to maximum and add the chilled rice. Spread it out and let it sit for 30 seconds to sear before tossing.
7. Drizzle the soy sauces around the edges of the pan so they sizzle before hitting the rice; toss everything vigorously for 3 minutes until the rice is evenly colored and steaming.
8. Fold the cooked eggs and green onions back into the pan, season with white pepper, and remove from heat.
9. Drizzle with toasted sesame oil at the very end and give one final toss before serving immediately.