Go Back

Fried Rice Recipe

This classic fried rice recipe is packed with vibrant vegetables, fluffy rice, and savory seasonings. Perfect as a side dish or main meal, it's quick, easy, and better than takeout!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked cooled rice (preferably day-old)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or sesame oil
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots thawed
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce or more to taste
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce optional for depth of flavor
  • 1 tsp sesame oil optional for garnish
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • Optional Add-ins:
  • Cooked protein: chicken shrimp, or tofu
  • Other vegetables: bell peppers corn, or mushrooms

Equipment

  • Large wok or skillet
  • Spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Prepare the ingredients:
  2. Make sure all your ingredients are prepped and ready to go, as the cooking process moves quickly. Use cold, cooked rice for the best texture.
  3. Scramble the eggs:
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove the eggs from the pan and set aside.
  5. Sauté the vegetables:
  6. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add the diced onion, garlic, peas, and carrots. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  7. Add the rice:
  8. Increase the heat to high and add the cooked rice to the skillet. Use a spatula to break up any clumps, stirring constantly to heat the rice evenly.
  9. Season the rice:
  10. Drizzle the soy sauce and oyster sauce (if using) over the rice. Stir well to combine and coat the rice evenly with the sauces.
  11. Incorporate the eggs:
  12. Add the scrambled eggs back into the skillet. Stir everything together, breaking up the eggs into small pieces.
  13. Finish and garnish:
  14. Remove the skillet from heat. Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!