Easy Fried Rice Recipe: Better Than Takeout in 15 Minutes!
Craving fried rice but don’t want to wait for delivery? This easy fried rice recipe is faster cheaper and tastier than your favorite takeout spot. Plus it’s the perfect way to use up leftover rice!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in 15 minutes—quicker than DoorDash!
- Customizable—throw in whatever veggies or protein you have.
- No fancy skills needed—just a wok (or a trusty frying pan).
Ingredients You’ll Need
(Serves 2–3 but let’s be real… you might eat it all yourself.)
- 2 cups cold cooked rice (Pro tip: Day-old rice works best! Fresh rice turns mushy.)
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup mixed veggies (peas carrots corn—frozen works great!)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but adds umami magic)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Green onions chopped (for garnish)
- Protein of choice (chicken shrimp tofu—or skip it!)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Scramble the Eggs
Heat a bit of oil in your pan over medium-high heat. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté the Veggies & Garlic
In the same pan add a little more oil and toss in the veggies and garlic. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
3. Add the Rice
Crumble the cold rice into the pan breaking up clumps. Stir-fry for 2 minutes to warm it up.
4. Season & Combine
Drizzle in the soy sauce oyster sauce (if using) and sesame oil. Toss everything together. Fold in the scrambled eggs.
5. Garnish & Serve
Top with green onions and optional extras: a fried egg on top sriracha or extra soy sauce.
Pro Tips for the Best Fried Rice
- Cold rice is key—fresh rice steams instead of frying.
- High heat = better flavor—don’t be shy with the burner!
- Prep everything first—fried rice cooks fast so have ingredients ready.
Final Thoughts
This easy fried rice recipe is a lifesaver for busy nights. It’s flexible foolproof and seriously satisfying. Once you try it you’ll never pay for takeout fried rice again!
Got leftovers? Toss in some extra veggies or protein tomorrow—it reheats like a dream.
