Description
A comforting and versatile fried rice recipe made with leftover rice, packed with flavors and colorful vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups day-old rice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers)
- 2 eggs, beaten (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all your ingredients before starting. Mince garlic, chop vegetables, and beat the eggs if using.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over high heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- If using, push the veggies to the side and scramble the beaten eggs in the middle until fully cooked.
- Add day-old rice, soy sauce, and stir everything together, ensuring the rice is evenly coated.
- Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes, making sure the rice is heated through and starts to get crispy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and top with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
For best results, use day-old rice for a fluffy texture and cook over high heat to achieve a smoky flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg