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Basic Fried Rice Recipe

Master the art of fried rice with this incredibly versatile recipe! This isn't your grandma's fried rice; it's a blank canvas for your culinary creativity. Start with our perfectly balanced base, then customize with your favorite proteins (chicken, shrimp, pork, or beef!), vibrant veggies (scallions, carrots, zucchini, mushrooms, bean sprouts, green peppers), and extra eggs for a truly personalized dish. The possibilities are endless! Learn the simple techniques and elevate your weeknight meals with this easy-to-follow, flavor-packed recipe. Get ready to impress yourself and your friends!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 106.8 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Basic Fried Rice

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Basic Fried Rice

  • Cooked Rice
  • Onion
  • Mushrooms
  • 1 or 2 eggs
  • Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sauce

How to Make Basic Fried Rice

  1. Measure 2 cups of leftover cooked rice and set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onions (or 1/4 cup chopped scallions) and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Push the onions to the side of the pan.
  4. Add 1 cup sliced mushrooms and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Add any other desired vegetables (e.g., 1/2 cup grated carrots, 1/2 cup sliced zucchini, 1/2 cup canned bean sprouts, 1/2 cup sliced green pepper) and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Crack in 1 (or 2) eggs and scramble until cooked through. Break up the egg into small pieces using a spatula.
  7. Add the cooked rice, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon brown sauce. Stir to combine thoroughly.
  8. Add 1 cup of your chosen cooked protein (chicken, shrimp, pork, or beef), or omit for a vegetarian option. Heat through, about 2-3 minutes.
  9. Serve immediately and garnish as desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

1g

Carbs

6g

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