Fried Rice
This easy homemade fried rice is quick, flavorful, and better than takeout! Made with rice, veggies, eggs, and a touch of soy sauce, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner or side dish that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ½ cup onion diced
- ½ cup carrots diced
- ½ cup frozen peas no need to thaw
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- 3 cups cooked white rice day-old rice works best
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Soy sauce to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large frying pan or wok over medium heat. Add vegetable oil, onion, and carrots. Sauté until the carrots and onions are tender.
- Add the peas and stir well.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pan, then pour the beaten eggs onto the other side. Scramble until fully cooked, then mix into the vegetables.
- Add the rice and stir to combine.
- Cut butter into small chunks and stir into the rice. Let the rice fry for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add soy sauce to taste and stir well.
- Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Notes
- Rice Tip: Day-old rice gives the best texture—it fries up without clumping.
- Customize: Add chicken, shrimp, or ham for extra protein. Try swapping in other veggies like corn, bell peppers, or broccoli.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.