Easy Egg Fried Rice Recipe- Quick Weeknight Meal

Craving a delicious and satisfying meal that comes together in a flash? This Easy Egg Fried Rice recipe is your weeknight savior! Perfect for busy evenings, it transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful dish that everyone will love, proving that quick doesn’t have to mean compromising on taste. Say goodbye to takeout and hello to homemade fried rice in minutes!

Ingredients

• 3 cups day-old cooked rice (chilled is best for fried rice)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions (scallions), divided
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Pour in the whisked eggs and quickly scramble them until just cooked through but still soft. Remove the eggs from the wok and set aside.
4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the wok. Add the minced garlic and half of the chopped green onions, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the day-old cooked rice to the wok. Break up any clumps with your spatula and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, pressing the rice against the hot surface to ensure it gets slightly crispy.
6. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir well to combine and ensure the rice is evenly coated.
7. Return the scrambled eggs to the wok. Toss everything together for another 1-2 minutes until heated through.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or soy sauce if needed.
9. Garnish with the remaining chopped green onions before serving immediately.