Description
Comfort meets flavor in this classic Fried Rice, packed with savory ingredients that dance together in perfect harmony. Crispy rice, tender vegetables, and aromatic seasonings create a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 2 large eggs
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Base and Seasoning:
- 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing chicken, chopping vegetables, and mincing garlic to ensure smooth cooking process.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until oil shimmers and ripples.
- Crack eggs directly into the hot pan, quickly scrambling them until just set and lightly golden, then transfer to a separate plate.
- In the same pan, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Add mixed vegetables to the pan, stirring continuously to prevent burning and cook until slightly tender.
- Introduce cooked rice to the vegetable mixture, breaking up any clumps and spreading evenly across the pan’s surface.
- Drizzle soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper over the rice, tossing thoroughly to distribute seasonings uniformly.
- Fold in diced chicken and previously scrambled eggs, gently mixing to combine all ingredients.
- Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes, allowing rice to develop a slight crispy texture and absorb flavors.
- Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped green onions for a burst of color and additional flavor.
- Serve immediately while hot, ensuring each portion has a balanced mix of rice, protein, and vegetables.
Notes
- Choose day-old cold rice for the best texture and to prevent soggy, clumpy fried rice that loses its individual grain definition.
- Prep all ingredients beforehand, as the cooking process moves quickly and requires constant stirring to prevent burning.
- Cut vegetables and proteins into uniform, small pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent flavor distribution throughout the dish.
- Customize the recipe by swapping proteins like tofu for vegetarians or adding different vegetables based on seasonal availability or personal preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 72 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg