Easy Fried Rice
A quick and versatile dish combining rice with colorful vegetables and seasonings, perfect for busy weeknights or using up leftovers.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice Use day-old rice for best texture.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For cooking.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn) Frozen mixed vegetables work well.
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil For flavor.
- to taste salt and pepper
- to taste green onions for garnish Finely chopped.
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the mixed vegetables and cook until tender.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs into the other side, scrambling until cooked.
- Add the cooked rice to the skillet, mixing everything together.
- Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, and stir until everything is well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave, adding a splash of water or soy sauce if needed. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.