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Egg Fried Rice

Savory Egg Fried Rice: Quick Comfort Food Delight

Egg Fried Rice is a quick and easy dish perfect for busy weeknights, packed with savory goodness.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice Day-old rice preferable
For the Cooking Essentials
  • 1 tablespoon Cooking Oil Vegetable, canola, or sesame oil
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
For the Flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce Substitute with hoisin for vegetarian option
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Optional
  • 1 teaspoon White or Black Pepper To taste
For the Freshness
  • 4 stalks Green Onions White parts for cooking, green tops for garnish

Equipment

  • Wok or Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat for about 30 seconds.
  2. Scramble the beaten eggs for 1-2 minutes until softly set, then transfer to a bowl.
  3. Sauté minced garlic and white parts of the green onions in 2 tablespoons of oil until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  4. Incorporate cooked rice, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Mix in scrambled eggs, soy sauce, and oyster sauce, stirring for 1-2 minutes until everything is coated.
  6. Add sesame oil and pepper to taste; stir in green onion tops and cook for another minute.
  7. Serve immediately, enjoying hot as is or with other Asian-inspired dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Day-old rice is best for texture; keep the wok hot for better frying.

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