Classic Fried Rice
A simple and delicious classic fried rice recipe made with day-old rice, vegetables, eggs, and soy sauce. Perfect for using up leftovers and a quick weeknight meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked and cooled jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (such as peas, carrots, and corn)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce optional
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove eggs from the pan and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same pan. Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the rice is heated through and slightly crispy.
- Return the scrambled eggs to the pan. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, and white pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Add the sliced green onions and stir-fry for another minute. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
- Serve hot as a main dish or side.
Notes
For best results, use day-old rice that has been refrigerated. This prevents the rice from becoming mushy during stir-frying.