How to Make The BEST Fried Rice

Name: How to Make The BEST Fried Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 serving
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons canola oil; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 8 green onions; 2-3 garlic cloves; 5 ounces thickly-sliced ham; 1 cup frozen peas and carrots; 4 cups cold, cooked white rice; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon butter; 4 eggs

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
8
Calories
520 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Asian

How to Make The BEST Fried Rice

Iris Warren

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Made with leftover rice, this classic fried rice recipe with ham, carrots, peas, and scrambled egg is the best quick dinner idea your whole family will love.

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Ingredients

Servings

3 tablespoons canola oil , divided
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil , divided
8 green onions , trimmed and thinly sliced
2-3 garlic cloves , (about 2 tablespoons garlic), minced
5 ounces thickly-sliced ham , diced (about 2 cups)
1 cup frozen peas and carrots , defrosted
4 cups cold, cooked white rice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon butter
4 eggs

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Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon of the canola oil and 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Once the oil is hot, add half of the green onions and garlic, stirring to coat. Sauté, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes. Add the chopped ham and cook for 2-3 more minutes or until warmed through. Add the peas and carrots and sauté for another minute or so. Transfer the ham and veggies to a plate or bowl and set aside.
In the same skillet over medium-high heat, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of canola oil and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Once the oil is hot, add the rice to the skillet and toss to coat. Spread the rice in an even layer, pressing down with a spatula to flatten. Cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes. Stir and repeat this process about two more times, or until the rice is crisp and golden brown. Add the soy sauce, the ham and veggie mixture, and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low.
Meanwhile, in a separate non-stick skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. While the butter melts, whisk the eggs in a bowl, then add to the skillet. Cook the eggs while stirring until soft curds form, then remove from heat and add to the fried rice. Taste for seasoning and add more soy sauce or sesame oil if desired. Top with the rest of the green onions and serve.

Notes

Top with Sriracha or Sambal Olek if you'd like some heat
Top with toasted sesame seeds if you'd like even more crunch

Nutrition Information

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Calories 520kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 78g (26%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 97mg (32%) Sodium 650mg (27%) Potassium 272mg (8%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1944IU (39%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 56mg (6%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 520 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	520kcal	26%
Carbohydrates	78g	26%
Protein	15g	30%
Fat	16g	25%
Saturated Fat	4g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat	4g	24%
Monounsaturated Fat	7g	35%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Cholesterol	97mg	32%
Sodium	650mg	27%
Potassium	272mg	6%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	1g	2%
Vitamin A	1944IU	39%
Vitamin C	4mg	4%
Calcium	56mg	6%
Iron	2mg	11%