Classic Chinese Fried Rice is a quick, savory, and satisfying dish made with cooked rice, eggs, vegetables, aromatics, and a flavorful combination of soy sauce and sesame oil. This popular Chinese-inspired staple is known for its fluffy rice grains, lightly toasted flavor, and delicious balance of savory seasonings.
The secret to great fried rice is using cold, day-old cooked rice, which helps keep the grains separate while stir-frying. Eggs, carrots, peas, onion, and green onions add color and texture, while garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil provide the signature aroma and flavor.
Serve Classic Chinese Fried Rice as a delicious side dish with stir-fried vegetables, chicken, shrimp, or other Chinese dishes, or enjoy it on its own as a quick lunch or dinner.
4 cups cooked and chilled long-grain white rice ,, 2 large eggs ,, 2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced ,, ½ cup finely diced carrots ,, ½ cup green peas
½ cup finely chopped onion ,, 3 green onions, sliced ,, 2 tbsp light soy sauce
1 tsp dark soy sauce, optional ,, 1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp white pepper ,, ¼ tsp salt, or to taste
Optional Add-Ins : 1 cup cooked chicken, diced ,, 1 cup cooked shrimp ,, ½ cup diced ham
Optional Add-Ins : ½ cup corn ,, ½ cup diced bell pepper
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