Description
This Fried Rice Recipe is a delightful mix of tender veggies, fluffy rice, and savory sauce that packs a punch of flavor. Perfect as a quick dinner option or a festive side dish, this recipe takes just 35 minutes to prepare. It’s incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize it with any proteins or vegetables you have on hand. With its delicious umami flavor from the combination of butter and soy sauce, this dish will quickly become a family favorite. Plus, it makes fantastic leftovers—great for meal prep or using up extra rice!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups cooked short-grain white rice (or jasmine)
- 1 egg, whisked
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1/2 cup white onion
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- Cooking oil (peanut, canola, or vegetable)
- Sesame oil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the rice according to package directions; chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Soften the butter and mix with soy sauce.
- Scramble the egg in a skillet and set aside.
- Sauté chopped carrots, peas, and onions until tender; remove from heat.
- Fry chilled rice in oil until warmed through and slightly browned.
- Add the butter-soy mixture to the rice and toss to combine.
- Stir in sautéed vegetables and scrambled egg; add sesame oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg