Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make Egg Fried Rice recipe using simple ingredients like onions, garlic, eggs, and soy sauce, stir-fried to perfection in a wok. This classic Chinese dish is perfect as a side or a main dish when paired with your favorite proteins.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 onion (peeled and diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (peeled and minced)
- 1/2 bunch of spring onions/scallions (chopped)
Rice and Eggs
- 800 g (4 cups) boiled and cooled long-grain rice (about 1 1/3 cups or 300 g dried rice boiled in water)
- 2 eggs
Oils and Sauces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
- 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce (divided: 1/4 tbsp for eggs, 1 3/4 tbsp for rice)
Seasonings and Extras
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp garlic salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
Instructions
- Sauté Onion: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook, stirring regularly, for about 5 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
- Add Garlic: Add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil and the minced garlic to the wok. Cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning and release the garlic’s aroma.
- Add Rice and Sesame Oil: Increase heat to high and add the boiled and cooled rice to the wok. Drizzle the sesame oil over the rice.
- Toss Rice: Use a spatula to toss everything together continuously. Ensure the rice gets reheated evenly and does not stick to the bottom of the wok. This should take about 5 minutes.
- Cook Eggs: Push the rice to one side of the wok. Crack the two eggs into the empty space. Add about 1/4 tbsp dark soy sauce to the eggs. Let the eggs cook on the heat, stirring gently with the spatula until the eggs are scrambled but still slightly runny.
- Mix Eggs and Rice: Combine the scrambled eggs into the rice, mixing thoroughly.
- Season Rice: Pour in the remaining 1 3/4 tbsp soy sauce. Sprinkle on the salt and garlic salt. Stir everything together well.
- Add Lemon Juice and Taste: Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice. Taste the rice and add a little more lemon juice if desired to balance the flavors.
- Serve: Divide the egg fried rice between 4 bowls. Top each serving with chopped spring onions.
- Suggested Pairings: Serve alongside dishes like Crispy Sesame Chicken, Sweet and Sour Chicken, or Sticky Pork Belly for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use cold, day-old rice for best results as it prevents clumping and sogginess.
- Adjust soy sauce and lemon juice amounts to your taste preference for saltiness and tang.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with any neutral-flavored oil.
- For added protein, consider adding cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu.
- Use a wok or large non-stick skillet for even cooking and easy tossing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish/Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Keywords: Egg Fried Rice, Chinese Fried Rice, Quick Fried Rice, Easy Egg Rice, Stir-Fried Rice, Chinese Side Dish
