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Fantastic Fried Rice

Fantastic Fried Rice: Your Quick & Flavorful Suppertime Savior

Savor the flavors of Fantastic Fried Rice, a quick and customizable meal option perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 4 cups Leftover cooked rice Day-old rice is perfect for preventing mushiness.
For the Eggs
  • 2 large Eggs Whisk well before scrambling.
For the Flavor
  • 3 tablespoons Soy sauce Adjust the amount based on your taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable or sesame oil Choose sesame oil for a nutty flavor.
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Mixed vegetables Versatile options like peas, carrots, or corn.
Optional Additions
  • 2 cloves Garlic Mince finely for aromatic depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly minced for added warmth.
  • 2 stalks Green onions Slice and sprinkle on top for freshness.

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. If using fresh rice, cook jasmine or basmati rice according to package instructions and let it cool on a baking sheet for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Whisk eggs with a splash of soy sauce and scramble in a hot skillet with oil for 2-3 minutes, then set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add more oil and sauté minced garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds.
  4. Cook mixed vegetables in the skillet for 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Add cooled rice, breaking up clumps, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Return scrambled eggs to the skillet, add soy sauce, and toss everything together for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and customizable to your preferences. Use day-old rice for the best texture and flavor.

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