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Easy Chinese Fried Rice

Deliciously Easy Chinese Fried Rice: Customizable & Quick

This Easy Chinese Fried Rice is a quick and customizable dish perfect for any night, transforming basic ingredients into a flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 3 cups Day-old Rice Refrigerated rice prevents mushiness.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Adds color and sweetness.
  • 1 cup Carrots Diced into small pieces.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Choose colorful varieties.
  • 3 stalks Green Onions Chopped finely for garnish.
For the Protein
  • 2 large Eggs Scrambled for richness.
  • 1 cup Cooked Chicken, Shrimp, or Tofu Any of these can be added.
For the Flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced for aroma.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium for healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable or Sesame Oil For stir-frying.

Equipment

  • Skillet or Wok

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Finely chop vegetables and set ingredients within reach.
  2. Preheat skillet or wok over medium-high heat for 2 minutes.
  3. Add oil to the hot pan and let it shimmer.
  4. Add minced garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds.
  5. Add chopped carrots and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add bell peppers and frozen peas, stir-fry until crisp.
  7. Push vegetables aside and scramble eggs in the empty space.
  8. Mix scrambled eggs with the vegetables.
  9. Fold in day-old rice and drizzle with soy sauce.
  10. Stir-fry until heated through and slightly golden.
  11. Serve garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture, use day-old rice and prep ingredients beforehand.

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