Fried Rice

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old, cold)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or sesame oil for extra flavor)
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • ½ cup cooked chicken, shrimp, or beef (optional)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional, for richness)
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Scramble the eggs until just set, then remove and set aside.
  2. Add remaining oil, then sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Toss in mixed vegetables and cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
  4. Add cooked rice, breaking up clumps with a spatula. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes.
  5. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and pepper. Mix well.
  6. Return scrambled eggs and any cooked meat/shrimp to the pan. Stir until heated through.
  7. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  8. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Would you like me to make this recipe in a quick 5-ingredient version (super simple) or keep it as the restaurant-style full version?

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