Fried Rice
Perfect as a main dish or a delightful side to your favorite Oriental meal.
Steps for Fried Rice
Here's a step-by-step instructions for making Fried Rice:
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in skillet or wok.
- Scramble eggs in butter, breaking up the cooked eggs into small pieces.
- Set aside.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in skillet or wok.
- Saute onions and/or green peppers in butter for 3 minutes.
- Combine eggs, onions, rice, and meat.
- Stir in soy sauce until color of rice is uniform.
- Stir in peas.
- Heat only until warm.
Why you'll love Fried Rice
- Versatile and Customizable: Fried rice can be made with a variety of ingredients, allowing for endless combinations. You can add vegetables, meats, or seafood depending on your preferences or what you have on hand, making it a fantastic way to use up leftovers and reduce food waste.
- Quick and Easy to Prepare: Fried rice is a time-efficient meal option that can be whipped up in under 30 minutes. With pre-cooked rice, you can have a delicious and satisfying dish ready in no time, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or last-minute gatherings.
- Flavorful and Satisfying: The combination of sautéed ingredients, soy sauce, and spices creates a rich and savory flavor profile that is both comforting and satisfying. The texture of the rice and the variety of added components provide a delightful eating experience that appeals to many palates.
Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
- 1⁄4 cup chopped onion
- 1⁄4 cup chopped green pepper (optional)
- 2 cups rice, prepared and cooled
- 1⁄2 1/2 cup cooked shrimp (optional) or 1/2 cup cooked chicken (optional)
- 1⁄4 cup soy sauce
- 1⁄2 cup cooked peas (optional)
Instructions
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Melt 1 tablespoon butter in skillet or wok.
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Scramble eggs in butter, breaking up the cooked eggs into small pieces.
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Set aside.
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Melt 1 tablespoon butter in skillet or wok.
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Saute onions and/or green peppers in butter for 3 minutes.
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Combine eggs, onions, rice, and meat.
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Stir in soy sauce until color of rice is uniform.
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Stir in peas.
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Heat only until warm.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for the best fried rice; it’s less sticky and has a firmer texture, allowing it to fry evenly without clumping together.
- Cook ingredients in batches and keep the heat high to achieve that signature smoky flavor (wok hei) while ensuring that vegetables remain crisp and proteins are perfectly cooked.
