Savory fried rice with frozen vegetables, eggs, and soy sauce, perfect for a fast, wholesome meal.
# Components:
→ Rice
01 - 2 cups cooked and chilled white rice (preferably day-old)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
→ Aromatics
04 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
→ Seasonings & Sauces
07 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
08 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish
10 - Sesame seeds (optional)
11 - Extra sliced green onions (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Warm 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
02 - Add frozen mixed vegetables to the pan and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until thoroughly heated.
03 - Push vegetables to one side of the pan. Add remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the empty side. Crack in eggs and scramble gently until just set.
04 - Add chilled cooked rice to the skillet, breaking up clumps. Mix vegetables, eggs, and rice evenly.
05 - Drizzle soy sauce and toasted sesame oil evenly over the mixture. Season with black pepper and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until rice is hot and well coated.
06 - Incorporate sliced green onions if using, stirring to combine.
07 - Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired.
