Craving a quick, delicious meal that transports your taste buds straight to the bustling streets of Asia? Look no further than Karen's Basic Oriental Fried Rice - a mouthwatering dish that promises to revolutionize your home cooking! Whether you're a busy professional, a cooking novice, or a seasoned home chef, this simple yet incredibly flavorful recipe will become your new go-to comfort food that's guaranteed to impress family and friends.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Make sure the cooked rice is cold, as this helps to prevent it from becoming mushy during frying. If you don't have cold rice, you can spread freshly cooked rice on a baking sheet and refrigerate it for about 15 minutes.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to warm for about 1 minute, ensuring it's hot but not smoking.
- Add the beaten eggs to the skillet. Scramble them by stirring continuously until they are fully cooked and set, about 2-3 minutes. Once cooked, remove the eggs from the skillet and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, add the mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, and corn). Stir-fry the vegetables for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender and heated through.
- Add the cold cooked rice to the skillet with the vegetables. Use a spatula to break up any clumps of rice and mix everything thoroughly. Stir-fry the rice for about 3-4 minutes until it is heated through and slightly crispy.
- Pour the soy sauce over the rice and vegetables. Stir well to evenly distribute the sauce throughout the mixture. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet, adding them back into the rice mixture. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Finally, add the chopped green onions and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything together for another minute to ensure the green onions are incorporated and slightly wilted.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the fried rice hot. Enjoy your delicious Karens Basic Oriental Fried Rice!
Tips
- Cold rice is key: Always use day-old rice or refrigerated rice to prevent a mushy texture. Freshly cooked rice contains too much moisture and will turn your fried rice soggy.
- High heat is essential: Use a wok or large skillet and cook on medium-high heat to achieve that signature crispy, slightly charred texture.
- Cook ingredients separately: Scramble eggs first, then remove them before cooking vegetables. This prevents overcooking and maintains distinct flavors and textures.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: Ensure your ingredients have enough space to fry, not steam. This helps achieve that authentic restaurant-style fried rice.
- Season gradually: Add soy sauce sparingly and taste as you go to control the saltiness. You can always add more, but you can't take it away!
- Customize your mix-ins: Feel free to add protein like chicken, shrimp, or tofu to make this recipe your own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 95mg
