Fried Rice in a Flash

Whip up a delicious homemade meal in just 20 minutes with this quick and easy "Fried Rice in a Flash" recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish features fluffy cooked white rice stir-fried with vibrant diced carrots, sweet frozen peas, and aromatic minced garlic and ginger. Scrambled eggs add a protein-packed touch, while soy sauce and a dash of sesame oil deliver bold, savory flavors. Topped with fresh green onions, this one-pan wonder is endlessly customizable—feel free to add chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra variety. With simple pantry staples and minimal prep time, this fried rice recipe is your ultimate solution for a satisfying, flavorful meal that comes together in no time.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked white rice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 0.5 cups frozen peas
• 3 green onions, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and swirl to coat.

Step 2

Crack the eggs into the skillet and scramble them quickly with a spatula until just set. Remove the eggs from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Once hot, add the diced carrot, frozen peas, minced garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the carrots have softened slightly.

Step 4

Add the cooked rice to the skillet and break up any clumps with the spatula. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes to heat the rice through.

Step 5

Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice. Stir well to evenly coat the rice.

Step 6

Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet, breaking them into smaller pieces as you mix them into the rice.

Step 7

Add the sliced green onions, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Remove from heat and serve immediately while hot. Enjoy your Fried Rice in a Flash!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	850.1 grams (850.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1253

Total Fat 51.70g	66%
Saturated Fat 9.30g	47%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.10g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 3714mg	161%
Total Carbohydrate 161.80g	59%
Dietary Fiber 9.20g	33%
Total Sugars 8.80g
Protein 34.60g	69%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 197mg	15%
Iron 10mg	58%
Potassium 936mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.2%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 51.7%