Perfect Restaurant-Style Egg Fried Rice with Wok Hei
Indulge in the flavors of homemade Perfect Restaurant-Style Egg Fried Rice with Wok Hei, a dish that brings authentic Chinese cuisine to your kitchen. This quick and easy recipe features fluffy day-old jasmine rice, perfectly scrambled eggs, and a mix of vibrant vegetables, all infused with the signature smoky essence of wok hei. In just 25 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that’s not only delicious but also customizable to suit your palate. Whether served as a delightful main course or paired with your favorite proteins, this egg fried rice is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice (day-old)
- 5 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 green onions (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- Optional protein (grilled chicken or beef)
Instructions
- Prepare day-old rice by ensuring it is separated and at room temperature.
- Scramble the eggs with salt and cornstarch in a hot wok until just set; remove and set aside.
- Stir-fry garlic and ginger in the wok until fragrant; add the rice and toss until heated through.
- Add diced carrots, peas, and other vegetables; stir-fry until mixed well.
- Drizzle soy sauce around the edges of the wok and mix thoroughly.
- Return scrambled eggs to the wok, combine everything, and finish with sesame oil before serving immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 220mg