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A pan of easy fried rice.

Easy Fried Rice

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Quick and easy fried rice with veggies, eggs, and soy sauce. A simple, flavorful side dish that’s better than takeout!

Ingredients

  • 4 cups long-grain white rice, cooked and cooled
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
  • 4 large eggs, beaten
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 large carrots, diced
  • 1 large white onion, diced
  • ¼ cup green onions, diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • cup frozen peas
  • kosher salt, to taste

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over high heat until very hot, about 2 minutes. Add half of the sesame oil, then pour in the beaten eggs and sprinkle with salt and white pepper. Cook, stirring gently, until large curds form and eggs are just set. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely to keep warm.
  • Reduce heat slightly and add the remaining sesame oil to the skillet. Add diced carrots, white onion, and green onions. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute, just until fragrant.
  • Add the cooked and cooled rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir in the cooked eggs.
  • Pour in the melted butter, lemon juice, soy sauce, and frozen peas. Cook, stirring frequently, for 3–5 minutes, or until everything is heated through and evenly combined.
  • Season to taste with salt. Serve hot.