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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
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I should make an amendum however – this dish should be using dark sesame oil. White sesame oil has a higher smoke point, and may be used to cook with, but also has little for flavour. This fact may cause some confusion for western cooks when using sesame oil.
A good frame of refference is this – if a dish is being deep fried, and calls for sesame oil, the oil is white and may be used to do the actual cooking.
If a dish is NOT deep fried, such as this stir-fried rice, then the oil is used as a flavouring ingredient, and thusly should be dark, and drizzled ovedr the finished product.
For teriyaki I use kikkoman’s teriyaki glaze and baste sauce. Brown thinly sliced meat (I use 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken thighs) until no longer pink in vegetable oil. Add entire bottle of sauce and 2-3 tablespoons water. Pour 1 pound frozen oriental vegetables on top. simmer covered on medium heat 5 minutes. You can add cornstarch or flour and water mixture to thicken, if needed. Serve with fried rice.
I cook the rice (long grain white rice ) in the microwave. 1 cup rice, 2 cups chicken or beef broth, and 12 minutes high. I also use a little canola oil with the sesame oil (which can be a bit too strong in flavor).
Good to know!! I will have to try this way out!
Can you use vegetable or canola oil instead of sesame oil? And what about brown rice instead of white?
I didn’t like this recipe, I LOVED it! I wish I could give it more than five stars. At first, I was skeptical of scrambled eggs in the dish, but when I tried it, it all came together. The only thing I changed slightly was the onion. I don’t like sliced onion, but I love how the rice tastes with onion in it. I decided to use onion powder instead for the taste and it still turned out well. The only thing I will do differently next time is make more! Thank you soooo much for this recipe.
Thank you so much ur recipe
Felt compelled to leave a comment. Thank you so much for a quick, easy & delicious recipe.
Our entire family enjoyed it!
what is type of white rice? Is it Jasmine, Basamati or any other type?
Thank you.
Love your recipe! My brother loves fried rice, it’s his fave so I wanted to try and make it and this was honestly the best! I was so impressed by how well it tasted! I tried your chicken added fried rice recipe too. Both Great! Easy to follow, and super delicious!
Made this rice last week and was a big hit thank u so much for ur recipe
what would you suggest for an easy teriyaki chicken?
What a great recipe! I’m adding it to my “main menu”. Thanks for sharing!
Could you provide me with a recipe for Chinese “beef, broccoli and onion” to go with your other great Chinese style dishes? Your recipe, if you have one or one that you could suggest.
Thanks, Garry
Do you mean carrots and peas combined into one cup or one cup carrots and one cup peas
Easy
Is nice recipes and healthy…thank you 🙂