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Better Than Takeout Fried Rice

Quick, savory Better Than Takeout Fried Rice made with cold rice, vegetables, and bold sauce in just one skillet. Dinner in 20 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, chinese-Inspired
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cold cooked jasmine rice
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil (like canola or avocado)
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Fresh green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • large nonstick skillet or wok
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • measuring spoons
  • cutting board and knife

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet; scramble eggs and set aside.
  2. Add remaining oil, sauté onions and carrots for 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in peas and garlic, cook 1 more minute.
  4. Add rice, stir-fry 2–3 minutes on high heat until separated.
  5. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil. Toss to coat.
  6. Return eggs to pan and stir until everything is heated.
  7. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 9gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2900IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture.
Optional: Add cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu after rice is tossed.
Reheat leftovers in a skillet for best results.
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