Description
Chinese-style fried rice blends savory wok-seared rice with tender vegetables and protein in a quick, satisfying meal. Soy sauce and aromatic garlic elevate this classic dish, offering you a delicious culinary journey through Asian comfort cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups (946 ml) cooked rice, long or short grain
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- ½ cup (75 g) chopped onion
- ½ cup (65 g) chopped carrots
- ½ cup (75 g) frozen peas
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) lite soy sauce
- 1–2 teaspoons (5–10 ml) minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Fats:
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) butter
Instructions
- Refrigerate the cooked rice for at least 2 hours or overnight to ensure optimal texture and prevent clumping during frying.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat, melting of butter until it shimmers and coats the cooking surface.
- Sauté finely chopped onions and diced carrots for approximately 2 minutes, stirring frequently until vegetables become slightly translucent and tender.
- Introduce minced garlic and green peas to the vegetable mixture, mixing thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Create a small clearing in the center of the pan, cracking 2 large eggs directly into the empty space.
- Gently scramble the eggs, breaking them into small curds while gradually incorporating them with the existing vegetable mixture.
- Add the thoroughly chilled rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps and stirring consistently to prevent sticking.
- Drizzle of soy sauce and of sesame oil across the rice, tossing meticulously to ensure comprehensive flavor distribution.
- Sprinkle kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning for personal preference.
- Continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the rice to develop a slight crispy texture and become thoroughly heated.
- Transfer the fried rice to serving plates immediately, ensuring it remains piping hot and maintains its appetizing appearance.
Notes
- Refrigerate rice overnight to achieve the perfect dry, non-sticky texture for authentic fried rice.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to streamline the quick cooking process and ensure everything is ready.
- Choose day-old rice for optimal results, as freshly cooked rice can become mushy and clump together.
- Customize vegetable mix with seasonal favorites or whatever is available in your kitchen.
- High heat is crucial for creating that signature slightly crispy, caramelized flavor profile.
- Experiment with protein additions like chicken, shrimp, or tofu to make the dish more substantial.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg