Description
Egg Fried Rice is a quick, easy, and flavorful dish that comes together in just 10 minutes. Packed with fluffy rice, sautéed vegetables, and scrambled egg, this versatile recipe makes a perfect side dish or a light main course for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the Rice:
1 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce (ideally low-sodium)
1 cup Minute Rice
For the Fried Rice:
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup vegetables, fresh or frozen (choose your favorite)
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1 pinch salt, to taste
1 pinch black pepper, to taste
1 large egg
Instructions
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Cook the Rice: In a saucepan over medium heat, bring 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce to a boil. Once the water bubbles, remove the saucepan from heat. Pour in the Minute Rice, cover, and let it stand for 5 minutes (as per package directions).
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Prepare the Vegetables: While the rice cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup of vegetables, the minced garlic, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Sauté for 3-5 minutes or until the garlic becomes golden brown.
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Scramble the Egg: Crack 1 large egg directly into the skillet with the vegetables and garlic. Scramble the egg and cook for about 2-3 minutes until fully cooked.
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Combine the Rice: Once the egg is cooked, add the cooked rice to the skillet with the egg and vegetables. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing any excess water from the rice to evaporate.
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Serve: Serve the egg fried rice immediately as a side dish or with your favorite main course.
Notes
- Add Protein: For extra protein, add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu to the fried rice.
- Spicy Fried Rice: Add sriracha or chili flakes for a spicy version of fried rice.
- Vegetarian Version: Already vegetarian, but add extra veggies like bell peppers, peas, or spinach for more flavor.
- Other Rice: If you don’t have Minute Rice, use any leftover cooked rice—just be sure to break up any clumps before adding it to the skillet.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Quick Meal, Comfort Food
- Method: Sautéing, Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Easy Meals
