Description
Learn how to make Better Than Takeout Fried Rice at home! This easy recipe uses simple ingredients and comes together in minutes for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked white rice (day-old or leftover rice works best!)
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (thawed)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 eggs, slightly beaten
- ¼ cup soy sauce
Instructions
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Setting the Stage for Cooking
- Have Ingredients Ready: Make sure all your ingredients are measured out and ready to go before you start cooking. Fried rice cooks quickly, so you’ll want to have everything within reach.
- Thaw Vegetables: If using frozen peas and carrots, make sure they are thawed completely.
2. Cook the Vegetables: Building a Flavorful Base
- Heat Oil: Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Tip: Sesame oil has a low smoke point, so be careful not to overheat it.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the thawed peas and carrots mix, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the hot pan.
- Stir-Fry: Stir-fry the vegetables for about 3-5 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp.
3. Scramble the Eggs: Adding Protein and Texture
- Lower Heat: Reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Push Vegetables Aside: Push the cooked vegetables to one side of the skillet, creating an empty space.
- Pour in Eggs: Pour the slightly beaten eggs into the empty space in the skillet.
- Scramble: Let the eggs cook for a few seconds, then use a spatula to scramble them, breaking them up into small pieces as they cook.
4. Add Rice and Soy Sauce: Combining the Flavors
- Add Rice: Add the cooked rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a spoon or spatula.
- Pour in Soy Sauce: Pour the soy sauce over the rice.
- Mix Well: Stir-fry the rice, vegetables, and eggs, mixing everything together thoroughly.
5. Stir-Fry to Perfection: Achieving the Ideal Texture
- Cook Until Heated: Continue to stir-fry the mixture until the rice is heated through and evenly coated with the soy sauce. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
- Tip: Use a spatula or wooden spoon to toss and stir the rice, ensuring that it cooks evenly and doesn’t stick to the pan.
6. Serve and Enjoy: A Quick and Delicious Meal
- Remove from Heat: Once the fried rice is heated through and the flavors have melded, remove the skillet from the heat.
- Serve Hot: Serve the Better Than Takeout Fried Rice immediately while it’s hot and fresh.
