Traditional Fried Rice

🕒 Prep: 15 min
🔥 Cook: 10 min
🍽 Serves: 4
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Traditional fried rice is your go-to dish when you need something quick, satisfying, and packed with flavor. With just the right touch of savory sauces and a mix of colorful vegetables, this dish makes a perfect midweek meal or a delicious way to use up leftovers.

Ingredients for Traditional Fried Rice

The foundation of this dish is jasmine rice, known for its fragrant aroma and slightly sticky texture, which makes it ideal for fried rice. The vegetable oil helps sauté the ingredients to golden perfection. Eggs, when scrambled, add a rich texture and protein. Our mixed vegetables bring color and nutrients — you can use whatever you have on hand, but a mix of carrots, peas, and corn works beautifully. Green onions provide a fresh bite and mild oniony flavor. Garlic is essential for its aromatic depth, while soy sauce and oyster sauce deliver that savory, umami-rich taste. A touch of white pepper adds subtle heat, and cooked chicken makes it hearty. Finally, a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a delightful crunch and a nutty flavor as a garnish.

Tips & Tricks

  • For best results, use day-old rice as it’s less sticky and fries better.
  • Feel free to swap out chicken for shrimp, tofu, or your favorite protein.
  • If you like a bit of heat, add a dash of sriracha or chili paste.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan — it’s better to fry in batches if needed.

Serving Suggestions

Fried rice is a versatile dish that pairs well with a simple side of steamed broccoli or a light cucumber salad. For a heartier meal, serve it alongside some grilled chicken or a bowl of hot and sour soup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use brown rice instead of jasmine rice?
Yes, brown rice can be used, though it will have a chewier texture and slightly different flavor.
How do I prevent the rice from becoming mushy?
Ensure that the rice is cold and dry when you start. Day-old rice works best.

Traditional Fried Rice Recipe Walkthrough

Start by heating a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. While the oil is warming up, beat two eggs in a small bowl. Pour the eggs into the skillet and scramble them until they are fully cooked. Once done, slide them out onto a plate and set them aside for later.

In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil. Toss in the minced garlic and sauté it briefly until it starts to release its aroma—this will only take about 30 seconds. Then, add your mixed vegetables. Stir them around for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing them to soften just a bit.

Now, it's time for the rice. Break up any clumps of your pre-cooked jasmine rice and add it to the skillet. Stir everything well to combine, making sure the rice is evenly distributed. Add the diced cooked chicken into the mix.

Pour the soy sauce and oyster sauce over the rice, and sprinkle the white pepper. Mix everything thoroughly so that the sauces coat all the ingredients evenly. This will take about 2 minutes.

Finally, fold the scrambled eggs back into the skillet, along with the sliced green onions. Give it all a good stir and let it cook for another couple of minutes. Taste and add salt if needed. Once everything is heated through, sprinkle some sesame seeds on top for a bit of crunch before serving.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Quick and easy to prepare — perfect for busy weeknights.
  • A great way to use up leftover rice and bits of veggies.
  • Customizable with your choice of protein or veggies.
  • Full of flavors from soy and oyster sauce that bring an umami punch.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked jasmine rice
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
2 green onions, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1/2 tsp white pepper
1/2 cup cooked chicken, diced
Salt to taste
Sesame seeds for garnish

Step-by-step Instructions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked, then remove them from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
4. Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until they start to soften.
5. Stir in the cooked jasmine rice, breaking up any clumps with your spatula.
6. Add the cooked chicken, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and white pepper to the skillet, and mix thoroughly.
7. Fold in the scrambled eggs and green onions, and cook for another 2 minutes.
8. Adjust seasoning with salt as needed and garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

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