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Egg Fried Rice

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A quick and customizable dish perfect for using up leftover rice, this egg fried rice is a comforting meal that brings joy and nostalgia to the dining table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 365

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups day-old white rice (preferably long grain) For best texture, use rice that has been cooked and cooled.
  • 2 large eggs (beaten)
  • ½ small yellow onion (small dice)
  • 2 tablespoons frozen peas and carrots (thawed) Optional
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing rice wine Optional
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (light sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil Optional
  • 1 stalk green onion (just the green part sliced) Optional for garnish
  • Toasted sesame seeds Optional for garnish
  • Oil As needed for cooking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Break apart the day-old rice by rubbing it gently between your hands or place it in a gallon freezer bag, seal, and rub to separate.
  2. In a wok or large nonstick pan over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of oil. Once hot, pour in the beaten eggs. Allow them to sizzle for a few seconds, then scramble into smaller pieces. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In the same wok, add a splash of oil. When hot, add the diced onion and thawed peas and carrots. Stir-fry for 15 to 30 seconds until the onion becomes fragrant and translucent.
  2. Add the rice and scrambled eggs back to the wok. Drizzle another tablespoon of oil around the edges and stir-fry until everything is well combined.
  3. Pour the Shaoxing rice wine around the pan and stir-fry everything for about 30 seconds, allowing the alcohol to cook off until you can no longer smell it.
  4. Add the soy sauce and oyster sauce, mixing them in thoroughly. Stir-fry for a few more minutes, ensuring the rice is heated through and evenly colored.
  5. Drizzle in the sesame oil and toss in the sliced green onions. Give everything a final mix.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with extra green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 365kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 720mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

To store leftovers, allow to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Keeps for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Can also be frozen for up to three months in freezer-safe bags.
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