Description
This quick and easy Egg Fried Rice recipe uses just 6 simple ingredients and can be made in 10 minutes. Perfect for using up leftover rice, this Chinese-inspired dish is flavorful, budget-friendly, and perfect as a main dish or side. With a classic combination of eggs, soy sauce, sesame oil, and fresh green onions, it mimics the beloved takeout favorite right at home.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, cold and day-old (or any white long grain rice)
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 2.5 tablespoons regular or light soy sauce (avoid dark soy sauce)
- ½ tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or any neutral oil
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. If using a wok, allow the oil to smoke slightly for added flavor; if using a regular pan, skip this step.
- Cook the eggs: Pour in the beaten eggs and quickly stir-fry them so they start to form soft curds. Cook until they take shape but remain moist.
- Add the rice: Toss the cold rice into the pan with the eggs. If the rice is clumped together, break it apart gently using your spatula to separate the grains.
- Incorporate green onions and oil: Push the rice and eggs to one side of the pan to clear space. Add the remaining oil to the empty side along with the finely chopped green onions. Stir the green onions in the oil quickly, then mix everything together thoroughly.
- Season: Pour soy sauce and sesame oil along the edges of the pan for even distribution. Toss all ingredients well until the rice grains are evenly colored a light brown.
- Serve: Remove the pan from heat and serve the fried rice hot. Enjoy immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Using day-old rice is key as it is drier and prevents the fried rice from becoming mushy.
- Adjust soy sauce to taste but avoid dark soy sauce to maintain the authentic flavor and color.
- For extra flavor, you can add minced garlic or ginger while heating the oil before eggs.
- This recipe is easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Make sure to stir-fry quickly and on high heat for the best texture.
