Description
Freakin’ Fantastic Fried Rice is the ultimate solution for busy weeknights, turning leftover rice into a quick and delicious meal. This easy fried rice recipe combines sautéed onions, colorful vegetables, fluffy scrambled eggs, and savory soy sauce for a dish that’s both satisfying and versatile. Customize it with your favorite proteins or veggies to create a family-friendly dinner everyone will love. In just 25 minutes, you can elevate your dinner routine while minimizing food waste—making it not only tasty but also smart!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups cold, cooked rice
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 12 oz frozen peas and carrots
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 3 eggs, beaten
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in frozen peas and carrots; cook until tender.
- Push veggies aside and scramble beaten eggs in the empty space until fully cooked.
- Mix eggs with vegetables and add soy sauce along with cold rice.
- Toss everything together until heated through and evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg