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Delicious egg fried rice served in a bowl

Egg Fried Rice

A quick and easy Egg Fried Rice recipe that’s creamy, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a family meal or using up leftovers!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked rice Preferably day-old rice for best texture.
  • 2 pieces eggs
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn) You can use fresh or frozen mixed vegetables.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Adjust to taste or substitute with tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons oil For frying; you can use vegetable or sesame oil.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Green onions for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then remove them from the pan.
  3. In the same pan, add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for a few minutes.
  4. Add the cooked rice and soy sauce, mixing well.
  5. Stir in the scrambled eggs and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Cook everything together for another few minutes until heated through.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

For best results, use day-old rice to avoid sogginess. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to a month.