Delicious Fried Rice with Eggs: A Simple and Quick Meal

This easy egg fried rice comes together in about 15 minutes and is a great way to use leftover cooked rice.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

• 3 cups cooked cold rice (day-old rice works best)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 green onions, sliced
• ½ cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• Salt, to taste (if needed)

Instructions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Beat the eggs and pour them into the pan. Scramble until just cooked, then remove and set aside.
3. Add the remaining oil to the pan. Sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the peas and carrots (if using) and cook for 2–3 minutes.
5. Add the cold rice, breaking up any clumps, and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes.
6. Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper.
7. Return the scrambled eggs to the pan and toss everything together.
8. Add the green onions, stir for another minute, and serve hot.

Tips

• Use cold, day-old rice to prevent the fried rice from becoming mushy.
• Add cooked chicken, shrimp, tofu, or extra vegetables for a heartier meal.
• Adjust the soy sauce to your taste, and add chili flakes or sriracha if you like some heat.

Enjoy your homemade egg fried rice! 🍚🥚