Description
Freakin’ Fantastic Fried Rice is your go-to dish for a quick, satisfying meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor. This easy fried rice recipe combines fluffy rice with colorful vegetables and savory soy sauce, creating a delightful stir-fry that can be ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this versatile dish allows you to customize the ingredients to suit your preferences. Whether you add protein like chicken or shrimp or keep it vegetarian, this comforting fried rice is sure to impress everyone at the table. Plus, it makes excellent leftovers for lunch the next day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cold, cooked rice
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 12 oz frozen peas and carrots
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 3 eggs, beaten
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Stir in frozen peas and carrots, cooking until heated through (about 5 minutes).
- Add cold, cooked rice and soy sauce; stir well to combine flavors.
- Push rice mixture to one side of the skillet and pour beaten eggs into the empty space. Scramble until fully cooked before mixing with the rice.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 160mg