Here’s a super easy Egg Fried Rice recipe — fast, flavorful, and made with simple ingredients you probably already have!
🍚 So Easy Egg Fried Rice
Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
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2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old and cold)
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2 eggs, beaten
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2 tbsp oil (vegetable, sesame, or canola)
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2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
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2–3 green onions, chopped
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1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots (or any veggies you like)
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2–3 tbsp soy sauce (to taste)
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1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
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Salt & pepper to taste
🔪 Instructions
1. Prep the Rice
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If using freshly cooked rice, spread it out on a tray to cool and dry slightly.
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Cold, leftover rice works best for fried rice — it doesn’t clump.
2. Scramble the Eggs
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Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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Pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble gently until just cooked.
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Remove eggs from the pan and set aside.
3. Sauté Veggies
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In the same pan, add another tbsp of oil.
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Add garlic (if using) and sauté for 15–30 seconds.
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Add peas and carrots, cook for 1–2 minutes until tender.
4. Add Rice & Sauce
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Add the cold rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with a spatula.
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Pour in soy sauce and a dash of sesame oil.
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Stir-fry everything together until rice is heated through and lightly toasted.
5. Add Eggs & Green Onions
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Stir in the scrambled eggs and chopped green onions.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
✅ Tips:
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Want protein? Add diced chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
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Spice it up with sriracha or chili flakes.
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No sesame oil? Skip it or add a dash of oyster sauce or hoisin for depth.
Let me know if you want a microwave version or to make it kid-friendly or low sodium!