Description
This classic Egg Fried Rice recipe is a quick, flavorful dish featuring cold, day-old jasmine rice tossed with beaten eggs, green onions, and a savory blend of soy sauce and sesame oil. Perfect as a standalone meal or a side, it offers a delicious way to use leftover rice with simple ingredients and a quick stovetop cooking method.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, cold & day-old (or any white long grain rice)
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 2.5 tablespoons regular soy sauce or light soy sauce (avoid dark soy sauce)
- ½ tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or any neutral oil
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Ensure the jasmine rice is cold and preferably a day old to prevent clumping and achieve the best texture. Finely chop the green onion and beat the eggs until well combined.
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Cook Eggs: Pour the beaten eggs into the hot pan, gently scramble them until just set but still soft, then remove the eggs from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Green Onions: Add the chopped green onions to the skillet and sauté briefly for about 1 minute to release their flavors.
- Add Rice: Add the cold jasmine rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with the spatula. Stir-fry the rice for 2-3 minutes until heated through and slightly toasted.
- Season: Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil evenly over the rice. Stir constantly to coat the rice evenly and develop the flavors.
- Combine Eggs: Return the scrambled eggs to the pan and gently mix them into the rice until fully incorporated. Cook for another minute to heat through.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra chopped green onions or sesame seeds.
Notes
- Using cold, day-old rice is essential to prevent soggy fried rice.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity to taste, keeping in mind it adds saltiness.
- For extra flavor or protein, consider adding cooked shrimp, chicken, or vegetables.
- Use a wok if available for best stir-fry results, but a large skillet works well.
- Sesame oil adds a nutty aroma – do not substitute with other oils.
Keywords: Egg Fried Rice, Fried Rice, Quick Dinner, Jasmine Rice, Chinese Recipe