Description
Savory Chinese Fried Rice brings a symphony of flavors dancing from wok to plate. Fragrant jasmine rice mingles with crisp vegetables and tender proteins, creating a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Optional: cooked chicken or tofu
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 cup mixed fresh vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Base and Seasoning:
- 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or peanut)
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare a mise en place by finely dicing all vegetables and having ingredients measured and ready.
- Warm a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat, adding vegetable oil to create a smooth cooking surface.
- Sizzle minced garlic for approximately 30 seconds until aromatic, releasing its robust flavor profile.
- Introduce mixed vegetables with a light seasoning of salt, stirring frequently for 3-4 minutes to maintain vibrant color and crisp texture.
- Create a small clearing in the pan and pour beaten eggs, scrambling quickly until completely set and fluffy.
- Incorporate cold, day-old rice into the wok, breaking apart any compacted clusters while evenly distributing the ingredients.
- Splash soy sauce across the mixture, stirring continuously to ensure each grain absorbs the savory seasoning.
- Finish the dish with a delicate drizzle of sesame oil and sprinkle freshly chopped green onions for a bright, zesty garnish.
- Serve immediately while piping hot for maximum flavor and optimal texture.
Notes
- Use day-old cold rice for the best texture and to prevent the rice from becoming mushy during stir-frying.
- Chop vegetables into uniform small pieces to ensure even cooking and a balanced bite in every spoonful.
- Customize the dish by adding protein like diced chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a more substantial meal.
- For a gluten-free version, replace regular soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos and ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg