EGG FRIED RICE


Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old, cold)

  • 2 eggs

  • 2-3 tbsp oil (vegetable or sesame oil)

  • 1 medium onion (finely chopped)

  • 2-3 garlic cloves (minced)

  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, capsicum) — optional

  • 2-3 green onions (chopped)

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (adjust to taste)

  • 1 tsp oyster sauce (optional)

  • Salt to taste

  • Pepper to taste


👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Prepare the eggs:

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or pan over medium-high heat.

  • Beat eggs in a bowl, pour into the pan, scramble quickly until just cooked. Remove eggs and set aside.

2. Cook veggies & aromatics:

  • Add remaining oil.

  • Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent.

  • Add mixed vegetables and cook 2-3 minutes until tender but still crisp.

3. Add rice & sauces:

  • Add cooked rice, breaking any lumps.

  • Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, mixing well.

  • Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix evenly.

4. Add eggs and garnish:

  • Add scrambled eggs back to the pan.

  • Toss everything together gently.

  • Add chopped green onions, mix and remove from heat.


🍽️ Serve:

  • Hot, as a side with stir-fried dishes, or standalone meal.


💡 Tips:

  • Use cold, day-old rice for best texture.

  • Adjust soy sauce to taste, avoid over-salting.

  • Add chili flakes or hot sauce for a spicy kick.

  • You can add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a protein boost.

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