Fried Rice

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent.
  3. Add mixed vegetables and cook for 2–3 minutes until tender.
  4. Push the vegetables to the side and pour the beaten eggs into the skillet. Scramble until fully cooked.
  5. Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir to combine with vegetables and eggs. Break up any clumps of rice.
  6. Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Mix well and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

If you want, I can also make a shorter, punchy version that’s perfect for social media or a recipe card. Do you want me to do that?

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