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Easy Ham Fried Rice Recipe

Craving a quick and flavorful weeknight meal? This Easy Ham Fried Rice recipe is your new go-to! We're ditching the high-sodium soy sauce for a healthier, lower-salt alternative (Recipe #111373 - check it out!), resulting in a surprisingly delicious twist on a classic. Get ready for a massive batch of perfectly browned rice, loaded with savory ham and vibrant veggies. This recipe is incredibly easy and cooks up in under 30 minutes – perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 499 kcal
Protein 37g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Ham Fried Rice

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How to Make Easy Ham Fried Rice

  1. Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 3 cups of cold cooked rice to the hot pan. Let it sizzle and brown, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes until lightly crispy.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of oil, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/2 cup chopped carrots, 1/2 cup frozen peas, and 1 cup diced ham. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Push the rice mixture to one side of the pan. Crack in 2 large eggs and scramble them until cooked through, breaking them into small pieces.
  5. Stir the scrambled eggs into the rice and vegetable mixture. Add 2 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce (Recipe #111373 recommended) and stir to combine.
  6. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Serve hot and enjoy your massive portion!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

71 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

15g

Carbs

22g

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