Description
This easy 10-minute egg fried rice is a quick, flavorful dish made with simple ingredients like eggs, rice, garlic, and soy sauce. Perfect for busy nights or using up leftover rice!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked and cooled rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Ingredients
- If using fresh rice, cook and let it cool completely.
- Beat the eggs in a small bowl and set aside.
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Heat the Oil
- In a large pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
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Scramble the Eggs
- Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté the Aromatics
- Add more oil if needed. Sauté the garlic and green onions for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Stir-Fry the Rice
- Add the cooked rice, breaking up clumps with a spatula. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
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Season the Rice
- Pour in soy sauce, mix well, and season with salt and black pepper.
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Combine Everything
- Add scrambled eggs back in and mix evenly with the rice.
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Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- Spicy Option: Add ½ teaspoon chili flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
- Extra Veggies: Toss in peas, carrots, or bell peppers.
- Protein Upgrade: Add diced chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- Garlic Butter Twist: Finish with a small pat of butter for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: main dish, side dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian, Japanese-Inspired
Keywords: egg fried rice, easy fried rice, 10-minute recipe, leftover rice recipe, quick Asian meal