Description
Fried rice is a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful meal in just 35 minutes. This hibachi-inspired recipe features fluffy white rice stir-fried with vibrant vegetables, eggs, and a rich butter-soy sauce mixture, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. It’s incredibly versatile; you can easily swap in your favorite proteins like chicken or shrimp and customize the veggies to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed as a main course or side dish, this fried rice recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings while being budget-friendly and ideal for meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cooked short-grain white rice
- 1 egg, whisked
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1/2 cup chopped white onion
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- Oils (peanut, canola, or vegetable)
Instructions
- Prepare the rice by cooking it according to package instructions and chilling it in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Soften butter at room temperature and mix with soy sauce.
- In a large skillet or wok, scramble the egg in heated oil until cooked; set aside.
- Sauté carrots, peas, and onions for about four minutes until tender.
- Add cold rice to the skillet and fry for 4-5 minutes until warmed through and slightly browned.
- Stir in the butter-soy mixture until evenly coated.
- Return veggies and egg to the skillet; mix well before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 100mg