Easy "Fried" Rice

4.93 from 13 votes

What I don't like is hard, greasy fried rice. This recipe is easy and gives you fluffy, not greasy rice every time. Plus, you don't have to plan ahead to make great fried rice; this recipe uses warm, not cold rice.

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: Side Dishes

Cuisine: Asian

Keyword: Chinese food, easy, fried rice

Servings: -8 servings

Calories: 251kcal

Author: Tara Noland

Equipment

Hinomaru Collection Japanese Traditional Ceramic Rice Bowl Set of 4 Red and Black Cherry Blossom Sakura Decorative Gift Pack Multi Purpose Attractive Design
Rachael Ray 87631-T Cucina Hard Anodized Nonstick Skillet with Helper Handle, 14 Inch Frying Pan, Gray/Red
Hamilton Beach Digital Programmable Rice Cooker & Food Steamer, 8 Cups Cooked (4 Uncooked), With Steam & Rinse Basket, Stainless Steel (37518)

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked rice cooked with salt and a pat of butter
2 Tbsp. butter divided
1/2 medium onion finely diced
1 Tbsp. garlic minced
1/2 green pepper small diced
1 cup frozen peas and carrots thawed
Sauce
5 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 tsp. oyster sauce
1/2 tsp. sesame oil
2 Green onion chopped for garnish

Instructions

Cook rice according to package in a rice cooker or stovetop. Fluff and leave to cool slightly.
Meanwhile, In a very large skillet melt 1 Tbsp. butter and saute onion and garlic until soft. Add the other Tbsp. butter and cook the green pepper for a couple of minutes and then add the carrots and peas and heat through.
Add the cooked rice. Stir the sauce together and add. Stir well to coat evenly. Garnish with green onion.
Serve immediately with your favorite Asian meal.

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