Best 3 Simple Fried Rice Recipes
Craving a quick and comforting dish? Look no further than simple fried rice! With just a few basic ingredients and a short cooking time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal. Fried rice is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through the steps to prepare a delicious and authentic plate of simple fried rice. Let's get cooking!
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
SIMPLE FRIED RICE
Steps:
- 1. Set a heavy-bottomed 12-inch nonstick or cast iron skillet over low heat while preparing meat, vegetable, garlic, and eggs. Marinate the meat in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Three to four minutes from making the fried rice, increase the heat to high and turn on the exhaust fan.
- 2. Put 1 tablespoon of oil and the onion in the skillet; stir-fry until the onion is still crisp but starts to turn brown, about 1 minute. Add the raw meat or vegetable; stir-fry until crisp-tender for vegetables or lightly browned for meat, about 1 minute. Add the cooked meat or vegetable; stir-fry until lightly browned, about 1 minute longer. (If both meat and vegetables are raw or cooked, stir-fry the meat first, giving it a little head start.) Stir in the garlic, then transfer the mixture to a plate; set aside.
- 3. Put the remaining 3 tablespoons oil in the skillet; heat until shimmering. Add the rice; stir-fry, breaking up clumps, until heated through, about 2 minutes. Add the egg; stir until scrambled, about 1 minute. Return the meat/vegetable mixture, along with the remaining 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and the scallions, to the pan and stir to combine. Serve immediately.
SIMPLE HAM (OR PORK) FRIED RICE W/SESAME OIL NO WOK NEEDED
This is NOT one of the many fried rice recipes that claim to taste just like your local Chinese restaurant. This is just a very tasty, very simple, one skillet fried rice that we have been making for years. The main differences from other recipes seem to be that we use sesame oil to fry the rice, and we do not add soy sauce while cooking. I'm also not going to tell you that you have to let the rice cool before frying. If you can, great, if not, it really doesn't make that big of a difference in this recipe. This is a one-skillet recipe, you do not need to put things in and take them out. It's so much easier this way. I am including pictures on how we scramble the egg in the same pan, I just love this trick! One last suggestion, have everything ready to go when you start, as it comes together very quickly once you start cooking. We always double the batch, my husband mans one skillet and I take the other. Please note, we have done our best to give accurate ingredient amounts, oil may need adjusted depending on your rice. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do.
Provided by TheShields
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat large skillet over medium high heat. Add sesame oil.
- Add sweet onion and carrots. Cook until the carrots are tender, about two minutes.
- Add the cooked ham (or pork) and combine well.
- Add the rice, using a wooden spatula or spoon to separate the rice. Cook until the rice is well coated with the oil, adding a splash more oil if needed, but don't over do it or rice will come out oily.
- Push the rice mixture to the sides of the pan, leaving the center of the pan open to cook the egg.
- Pour in the beaten egg, cook in the center of the pan until well scrambled. Once the egg is cooked, stir in with the rice mixture.
- Add the water chestnuts, green onions, peas and sesame seeds. Stir to combine and season to taste with salt.
- Serve as is, or top with soy sauce, teriyaki sauce or my sons favorite, Recipe #419060, depending on your tastes.
SUPER SIMPLE CHINESE FRIED RICE
Make and share this Super Simple Chinese Fried Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Millereg
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sauté the onion in oil (extra yummy if you add a few drops of sesame oil) in a wok for one minute over medium-high heat.
- Add the remaining ingredients and toss constantly until hot.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your fried rice. Look for fresh, flavorful vegetables, and use a good quality soy sauce and sesame oil.
- Cook the rice ahead of time: This will help it to cool and dry out, which will make it easier to fry.
- Use a large skillet or wok: This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the rice from clumping together.
- Heat the oil until it is shimmering: This will help to prevent the rice from sticking to the pan.
- Add the eggs first: This will help to create a barrier between the rice and the pan, and will also help to add flavor.
- Add the vegetables and cook until they are tender: Be careful not to overcook them, as they should still have a bit of crunch.
- Add the rice and cook until it is heated through: Stir constantly to prevent the rice from clumping together.
- Season with soy sauce, sesame oil, and salt and pepper: Taste the rice and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Serve immediately: Fried rice is best served hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Fried rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it can also be made with fresh rice. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious fried rice dish that your family and friends will love.
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