Crispy Fried Rice Recipe
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Description
Fried rice is a popular dish in many cultures around the world. This crispy fried rice recipe is a delicious twist on the classic dish. It's made by cooking rice in a wok or frying pan until it's crispy and golden brown. Then, it's mixed with vegetables, eggs, and a flavorful sauce to create a savory and satisfying meal.Prep Time
Prepping for this recipe takes about 20 minutes. That includes chopping vegetables, whisking together the sauce, and cooking the rice.Cook Time
Cooking time for this recipe is around 30 minutes. The rice needs to be cooked until it's crispy, which can take some time. But the end result is definitely worth the effort!Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Equipment
- Wok or large frying pan
- Knife and cutting board
- Bowl for whisking sauce
- Spatula or wooden spoon
Method
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the onion, carrots, and bell pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the frozen peas and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and add the beaten eggs to the other side. Scramble the eggs until cooked through, then mix with the vegetables.
- Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir to combine with the vegetables and eggs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the rice and stir to coat.
- Cook the rice for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce. You can also use brown rice instead of white rice for a healthier option.Nutrition Info
This recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving contains approximately:- Calories: 310
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Protein: 9g
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 93mg
- Sodium: 770mg
- Potassium: 306mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
- Vitamin A: 70% DV
- Vitamin C: 45% DV
- Calcium: 4% DV
- Iron: 10% DV
Recipe Tips
- Make sure the rice is cooked and cooled before using it in this recipe. Freshly cooked rice won't be as crispy.
- You can add any vegetables you like to this recipe. Broccoli, mushrooms, and corn are all great options.
- Don't stir the rice too much while it's cooking, or it won't have a chance to get crispy.
- If you like your fried rice spicy, you can add some red pepper flakes or sriracha sauce to the sauce mixture.
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