Easy Fried Rice
Fried rice is a staple dish that's easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste. This version uses common ingredients, making it accessible for any home cook. Enjoy a flavorful meal that's ready in less than an hour!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups frozen peas, thawed
- 4 cups cooked white rice, preferably day-old
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Method
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced onion and carrots to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, until they start to soften.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the thawed peas and cooked rice to the skillet, stirring to combine with the vegetables.
- Pour the soy sauce over the rice and mix well, ensuring the rice is evenly coated.
- Push the rice mixture to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs into the empty side.
- Scramble the eggs until they are fully cooked, then mix with the rice and vegetables.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.