This recipe is better than anything you’d order out — and we always double it
Fried rice is an incredibly flexible dish that’s easy to make your own. You can switch it up by using leftover cooked proteins like chicken or shrimp, tossing in vegetables such as broccoli, mushrooms, or bell peppers, and trying different sauces like oyster sauce, hoisin, or sriracha for extra flavor.
Better Than Takeout Fried Rice
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Eggs | 3 |
| Instant rice | 2 bags |
| Frozen peas and carrots | 1 bag |
| Green onion | To taste |
| Soy sauce | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
| Black pepper | To taste |
| Oil | For cooking |
Instructions
- Whisk the Eggs: Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat until blended.
- Heat the Pan: Add oil to a pan and heat over medium-high until hot.
- Cook the Eggs: Pour the eggs into the pan and scramble until fully set.
- Add the Rice: Stir the cooked instant rice into the scrambled eggs.
- Mix Well: Toss the rice and eggs together until evenly combined.
- Add Vegetables: Add the frozen peas and carrots to the pan.
- Cook Through: Stir-fry until the vegetables are heated and tender.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Add Soy Sauce: Drizzle in soy sauce until the flavor is just right.
- Garnish: Top with chopped green onions.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
This recipe is a great starting point—feel free to customize it with your favorite add-ins like cooked chicken, shrimp, or extra veggies such as broccoli or mushrooms.
