Craving a quick, flavorful meal that’s bursting with color and texture? Freakin’ Fantastic Fried Rice is the perfect solution! This dish is a stir-fried blend of fragrant jasmine rice, savory seasonings, crisp vegetables, and a touch of egg, making it a versatile favorite that can be easily customized.
Whether you’re using leftover rice or making it fresh, this fried rice will become your go-to for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably chilled)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Step 1. Scramble the eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the beaten eggs and cook, stirring occasionally, until fully scrambled. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 2. Sauté the vegetables: In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil. Add diced onion, garlic, and frozen peas and carrots. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, until the veggies are softened.
Step 3. Add the rice: Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps with a spoon. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the rice is heated through.
Step 4. Season and stir: Add soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Mix well until evenly coated.
Step 5. Finish: Stir in scrambled eggs and chopped green onions. Cook for another minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot!
Enjoy your delicious Freakin’ Fantastic Fried Rice!
Tips
1. Use Day-Old Rice: Freshly cooked rice is too moist and can turn your fried rice mushy. For the best texture, use rice that has been refrigerated overnight. The grains will firm up, making them easier to fry and less sticky.
2. High Heat and Quick Cooking: Fry your ingredients over high heat to get that perfect smoky flavor (known as **wok hei** in Chinese cuisine). Keep the cooking time short so the ingredients retain their texture and flavor.
3. Prep and Separate ingredients: Cook proteins (like shrimp, chicken, or eggs) separately before combining everything. Also, make sure your veggies are cut evenly to cook uniformly. This ensures each component is perfectly cooked without becoming overdone or soggy.
Freakin’ Fantastic Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice preferably chilled
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce optional
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1. Scramble the eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the beaten eggs and cook, stirring occasionally, until fully scrambled. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Step 2. Sauté the vegetables: In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil. Add diced onion, garlic, and frozen peas and carrots. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, until the veggies are softened.
- Step 3. Add the rice: Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps with a spoon. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the rice is heated through.
- Step 4. Season and stir: Add soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Mix well until evenly coated.
- Step 5. Finish: Stir in scrambled eggs and chopped green onions. Cook for another minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot!
