Simple Egg Fried Rice Recipe
Simple Egg Fried Rice Recipe
The Best Egg Fried Rice When You Have No Side Dishes
Fried rice is the best thing to make when you have no side dishes! Let’s whip up some quick and easy egg fried rice. This recipe is perfect for a speedy meal.
Ingredients- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 1/5 carrot, finely chopped
- 1 bowl of rice (day-old rice works well)
- 1/4 cucumber, seeds removed and finely chopped (optional)
- 2 eggs
Seasoning- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of salt
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Heat a generous amount of oil in a frying pan. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté over medium-low heat until translucent, allowing its sweetness to develop. Sautéing the onions well brings out their natural sweetness.
Step 2
Once the onions start to become translucent, add the finely chopped carrots and stir-fry together. Cook until the carrots are slightly softened.
Step 3
Now it’s time to add the rice. Use a spatula or spoon to break up any clumps and stir-fry, ensuring the rice is well mixed with the vegetables. Using chilled or day-old rice will result in beautifully separated grains.
Step 4
When the rice is sufficiently stir-fried, pour 1 tablespoon of soy sauce around the edge of the pan to season. The soy sauce will caramelize slightly, adding more flavor. Mix it evenly into the rice.
Step 5
Add the finely chopped cucumber for a refreshing crunch and mix gently. Avoid overcooking the cucumber, as it can become mushy; add it towards the end for a crisp texture. You can omit the cucumber if you prefer.
Step 6
Push the fried rice mixture to one side of the frying pan. This creates space to cook the eggs.
Step 7
Crack the 2 eggs into the empty space and add a pinch of salt. Break up the eggs with chopsticks or a spoon and scramble them until they are softly cooked.
Step 8
Combine the scrambled eggs with the fried rice mixture. Drizzle 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil over everything for a final touch of nutty aroma, and your delicious egg fried rice is ready!
