Description
This egg fried rice is quick, budget-friendly, and wonderfully comforting, offering light, separate grains and a balanced, authentic flavor. With day-old rice, eggs, and soy sauce, you can make a satisfying meal in minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice (cold and preferably from the day before)
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2.5 tablespoons light soy sauce
- ½ tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil
Instructions
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Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large wok.
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Add the chopped green onion and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent, stirring periodically.
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Add the remaining neutral oil along with minced garlic.
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Cook for 30 seconds to release its aroma without burning it.
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Add the cold rice and increase the heat to high.
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Drizzle in the sesame oil, and use a spatula to gently separate the grains.
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Stir continuously for about 5 minutes until the rice is heated through.
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Push the rice to one side.
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In the hot empty section, crack the eggs and drizzle a small amount of soy sauce over them.
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Scramble until just set but still slightly soft.
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Mix the eggs into the rice, ensuring even distribution.
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Add the remaining soy sauce and a pinch of garlic salt (optional).
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Stir well for even coating.
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Divide into bowls and top with extra sliced green onions for freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: side dish
- Cuisine: Chinese cuisine
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320 kcal