Fried Rice Recipe: A Classic Chinese Dish

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old rice)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, corn)
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon oyster sauce (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Scallions, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

• Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
• Add onion and garlic and stir-fry until they are translucent.
• Add mixed vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes.
• Push the vegetables aside and add a little more oil if needed.
• Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble them until cooked through.
• Mix the eggs with the vegetables.
• Add cooked rice to the skillet or wok and stir-fry for about 5 minutes, breaking up any clumps with a spatula.
• Add soy sauce and oyster sauce (if using) and stir-fry for another minute.
• Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
• Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with chopped scallions (if using).
• Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips and Variations:

1. Use leftover rice to make the best-fried rice.
2. Customize with your favorite vegetables or add cooked meat (e.g., chicken, shrimp).
3. Add a splash of sesame oil for extra flavor.
4. Experiment with different seasonings, such as hoisin sauce or sriracha.

Nutrition Information (per serving):

• Calories: 250
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 10g
• Sodium: 200mg