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This Easy Fried Rice has always been one of the most-loved recipes on my site! I have made different versions, but this classic recipe is the one everyone keeps coming back to because it’s so easy and delicious!
A Reader’s Review
I’m a really picky eater so it’s really hard for me to try new recipes but I gave this one a go because it had so many good reviews. I’m so happy that I did! This fried rice recipe was so simple and easy to do, my husband wants me to make this all the time now. I highly recommend this recipe!
Literally The Best Fried Rice Ever!
- Authentic Flavor: The secret to that classic Chinese takeout taste? Sesame oil! It ties everything together for that rich, nutty flavor.
- One-Pan Wonder: Everything cooks in a single pan, which means less mess and more time to sit back and enjoy the family. Win-win!
- Better Than Takeout: This tried-and-true family favorite beats takeout every time. I even visited my son in college and taught him how to make this recipe so that he could have a decent meal to make himself!
Ingredients Needed
- Cold or Day-Old Rice: Fresh rice gets mushy, so if you can plan ahead, day-old rice will make all the difference!
- Use Jasmine or long grain rice! Short grain? Too sticky. Long grain? Perfect texture. Trust me!
- Soy Sauce! Add a little or add a lot, it’s up to you! Either way, it’s the secret sauce that brings everything together!
How To Make The Best Fried Rice
My Chinese sister-in-law shared some game-changing tips for this recipe, and they make all the difference! Follow this easy recipe to make some PF Chang’s Honey Chicken, and you’ll never go back to takeout again.
- Cook Veggies: Preheat a large skillet or wok to medium heat. Add sesame oil, chopped white onion, and frozen peas and carrots, then cook until tender.
- Cook Eggs: Slide the vegetables to the side and then pour the eggs onto the other side of the skillet. Using a spatula, scramble the eggs. Once cooked, then you can mix the eggs with the vegetables.
- Add Rice: Add cooked white rice to the veggie and egg mixture, then pour soy sauce on top. Stir the rice and veggie mixture until warmed through and combined.
- Enjoy! Top with green onions, if desired, and serve immediately.
How to Store Leftover Fried Rice
- How long does fried rice last? Stored right in an airtight container, it stays fresh for 5–7 days in the fridge.
- Can you reheat it? Yep! Stovetop or microwave works best—just don’t reheat it more than once.
- Can you freeze it? Absolutely! Seal it up in an airtight container or ziplock, throw it in the freezer, and you’re good to go!
What To Serve It With
This dish goes with everything! If you love fried rice, try these variations: Bacon Fried Rice, Shrimp Fried Rice, Ham Fried Rice, or Chicken Fried Rice. Looking for low carb? Try Quinoa and cauliflower fried rice.
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Easy Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rice *
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 cup chopped white onion 1 small onion
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2-3 tablespoons soy sauce more or less to taste
- 2 lightly beaten eggs
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions optional
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet or wok to medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 1 cup chopped white onion, and 1 cup frozen peas and carrots. Cook until tender.
- Slide the vegetables to the side and pour 2 lightly beaten eggs onto the other side of the skillet. Using a spatula, scramble the eggs. Once cooked, mix the eggs with the vegetables.
- Add 3 cups cooked rice * to the veggie and egg mixture. Pour 2-3 tablespoons soy sauce on top. Stir the rice and veggie mixture until warmed through and combined.
- Top with 2 tablespoons chopped green onions, if desired, and serve immediately.
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Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Great recipe. Easy to make and great reheated. Heads up, ALWAYS use day old rice. Fresh rice just turns into a starchy mush.
I made this for lunch. It was very good!
Best and fast cooked chinese rice..
To make it lil spicy I added ginger garlic grated with onions. And lil spice sauce in the end..
Taste best..
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This is so good. Made a double recipe for dinner tonight (there are 5 of us) as a side dish and it is all gone! They loved it. Easy to prep and make.
This recipe was great! My only change was adding some ground ginger. Thanks for the recipe!
This fried rice on my country called “Nasi Goreng” was a very popular culinary recipe….thanks for sharing this recipe…looks like there was plenty variation on how to make fried rice….and this recipe one of them.
SOoooo good. My husband adores rice dishes, I made this with chicken sate last night, easy and delicious. Will be making fried rice more often now.
Can you add minced garlic?
Yes, of course! That will taste delicious!
Very nice lunch….threw in cabage, carrots, onion and garlic and cooked up delicious… added some spices at the end with added salt and pepper…..Will definatley make again. Thanks!
Thanks for the tips. Luckily, we had enough sesame oil on hand. I used mushrooms and broccoli for the veggies. We had it as our side with grilled salmon with corn and tomato salsa. The meal is on our must repeat list. Great way to use leftover rice and leftover corn on the cob.
I’ve made fried rice after many different receipts ,however this is the best fried rice by far. Simple to make and delicious. Thank you.
I use liquid aminos by Bragg’s as a soy sauce substitute and the Vegetable Better than Bullion as added flavor in my fried rice. Delicious and yes it test better thank take out. Love it!
My worlds pickiest teenage loved loved loved this fried rice
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Absolutely great. Definitely will be making this often.