Description
This easy loaded fried rice is a quick, savory dish made in just 15 minutes using chilled rice, mixed vegetables, and flavorful sauces. It’s buttery, satisfying, and customizable with your favorite add-ins.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter, divided
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups chilled cooked rice
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 3–4 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Heat 1/2 tablespoon of butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Scramble the eggs until just cooked, then transfer them to a plate.
- Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan and cook the carrots, onion, peas, and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Increase the heat to high, stir in the remaining butter, then add the rice, soy sauce, and optional oyster sauce. Cook for about 3 minutes until the rice begins to crisp.
- Stir in the cooked eggs and green onions, remove from heat, and drizzle with sesame oil. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Notes
- Use cold, day-old rice for the best texture.
- Customize with extra veggies or proteins like tofu, shrimp, or chicken.
- For a crispier texture, let the rice sit undisturbed while frying.
- Oyster sauce is optional; use a vegetarian version or omit if desired.
- Great for meal prep—store in fridge or freezer and reheat as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
