Easy Fried Rice

4.86 from 174 votes

This Easy Fried Rice has always been one of the most-loved recipes on my site! I have made different versions, but this classic recipe is the one everyone keeps coming back to because it's so easy and delicious!

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Asian, Asian American, Chinese

Keyword: Easy Fried Rice, fried rice, fried rice recipe, homemade fried rice, homemade fried rice recipe, how to make fried rice

Servings: servings

Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

3 cups cooked rice *
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 cup chopped white onion 1 small onion
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
2-3 tablespoons soy sauce more or less to taste
2 lightly beaten eggs
2 tablespoons chopped green onions optional

Instructions

Preheat a large skillet or wok to medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 1 cup chopped white onion, and 1 cup frozen peas and carrots. Cook until tender.
Slide the vegetables to the side and pour 2 lightly beaten eggs onto the other side of the skillet. Using a spatula, scramble the eggs. Once cooked, mix the eggs with the vegetables.
Add 3 cups cooked rice * to the veggie and egg mixture. Pour 2-3 tablespoons soy sauce on top. Stir the rice and veggie mixture until warmed through and combined.
Top with 2 tablespoons chopped green onions, if desired, and serve immediately.

Video

Notes

*Day old cold rice works best and prevents the rice from being mushy.

Leftover Instructions

How long does fried rice last? Stored right in an airtight container, it stays fresh for 5–7 days in the fridge.
Can you reheat it? Yep! Stovetop or microwave works best—just don’t reheat it more than once.
Can you freeze it? Absolutely! Seal it up in an airtight container or ziplock, throw it in the freezer, and you're good to go!

Nutrition

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