Easy Fried Rice Recipe (Better Than Takeout)

Easy fried rice recipe with egg and green onions served in a bowl.

5 from 2 votes

Easy Fried Rice Recipe (Better Than Takeout)

This easy fried rice recipe with egg and green onions is ready in 20 minutes! A simple homemade fried rice that tastes better than takeout.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Dinner, Sidedish

Cuisine: Asian

Servings: servings

Calories: 601kcal

Author: Love Keil

Equipment

Skillet

Ingredients

3 tablespoons avocado oil divided
6 large eggs
5 cloves garlic minced
4 cups rice cooked, one-day old
sea salt and black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free fried rice
½ cup green onion sliced plus more for garnish

Optional

1 teaspoon sesame oil for garnish
½ cup peas and carrots (optional, frozen or fresh)

Instructions

Scramble the Eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the eggs and scramble until just cooked. Transfer the scrambled eggs to a plate and set aside.
Cook the Garlic: Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Fry the Rice: Add the cold cooked rice to the skillet. Use a spatula to break up any clumps. Stir-fry the rice for 3–4 minutes, allowing it to heat through and lightly crisp.
Add the Sauce: Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil (if using), tossing the rice well so it is evenly coated with flavor.
Finish the Fried Rice: Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet and add the sliced green onions. If using, stir in peas and carrots. Cook for 1 more minute, then season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with green onion and sprinkle of black pepper.
Serve warm and enjoy your easy homemade fried rice.

Notes

Use cold rice: Day-old rice fries better and stays fluffy.
High heat: Helps achieve that classic restaurant-style texture.
Optional protein: Stir in cooked chicken, shrimp, or beef to make it a full meal.
Customizable: Add more veggies like bell peppers, carrot or corn for extra color and flavor.
Gluten-free: Use tamari instead of soy sauce.

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