You would be hard-pressed to find a Chinese household that doesn’t enjoy a good bowl of fried rice. Growing up, whenever I saw a large bowl of cooked rice in the kitchen, I would cross my fingers and wait with eager anticipation to see if it was fried rice night. The flavor of rice mixed with eggs, vegetables, and a thin layer of soy sauce was something that brought comfort to my belly.
It probably comes as no surprise that I cook fried rice very frequently. Not only do I find this dish comforting, but it is also darn easy to make. All you really need is rice, eggs, vegetables, and soy sauce. Once you get into the rhythm of this basic egg fried rice recipe, play around with it! Substitute rice for quinoa, add other vegetables or protein—do whatever suits your taste.
COOKING NOTES FOR EGG FRIED RICE
USING DAY-OLD RICE
Fried rice is usually a dish that you make to repurpose the leftover cooked rice from the day before. You want to avoid freshly cooked rice because it is still moist and steamy, which may yield fried rice with a mushy texture. (Notice in the photo below how you can see the individual grains of rice instead of a mushy mass of rice.) However, if you forget about cooking rice the day before, here is a little trick that I use. Spread a layer of freshly cooked rice onto large baking sheets and let the rice air out for 1 to 2 hours—the longer the better. The grains of rice will dry out during this process.
USING PACKAGED RICE
For this recipe, I experimented with using packaged pre-cooked rice, which is what you see in the photos. These packages usually contain 2 cups of cooked rice, so you’ll need 2 packages for the recipe. The packaged rice is fine, especially if you are too busy during the week to cook rice. However, it is definitely more expensive than buying rice and cooking it yourself (I sound like a mother here). I also found a slight smell when I opened the packages (probably from whatever preservatives the manufacturer used), though not enough to make me throw the rice straight to the trash. Ultimately, I recommend cooking the rice yourself, but hey, I understand if you don’t have time for that.
HOW TO COOK PERFECT JASMINE RICE
I have a complete guide on how to cook jasmine rice three ways: stovetop, slow cooker & Instant Pot.
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The Easiest Egg Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons peanut, vegetable, or olive oil, divided (see note 1)
- 1 cup diced onion, about 1 small onion (see note 2)
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups diced mixed vegetables, such as bell pepper, carrots, zucchini, etc. (see note 3)
- 1/2 cup sliced scallions, white and green parts divided (see note 4)
- pinch of salt
- 4 cups cooked overnight jasmine rice, see note 5
- 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce, use tamari if gluten free
- 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
- dash of ground white pepper, optional
- 1 to 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Crack the eggs into a small bowl and beat them together.
- Heat a skillet with 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the beaten eggs and scramble them for about a minute. Transfer the eggs to a dish and turn off the heat.
- Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil into a wok over high heat. Add the onions and cook them for about 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the mixed vegetables and white parts of the scallions and cook for 2 minutes. Season the vegetables with a pinch of salt.
- Add the cooked rice into the pan or wok and cook for several minutes, until the rice is heated through. If there are large clumps of rice, break them apart with the back of your spatula.
- Add the soy sauce, five-spice powder, dash of white pepper (if using) and sesame oil and stir to distribute the seasonings. (See note 6) Add the scrambled eggs and stir to mix again. Garnish with remaining sliced scallions. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Peanut oil will give the fried rice a nice light fragrance. I know that olive oil is not traditionally used in Chinese cooking, but you can’t really detect the flavor of the olive oil in this recipe.
- It doesn’t matter what color onion you use. White, yellow, sweet, or red onions work. If you don’t have onions, you can use shallots.
- You can use whatever vegetables you want for this recipe. Corn, bell peppers, carrots, green beans, zucchini, and peas are all great options for this fried rice. The exact amount of vegetables you use is up to you. Keep in mind that the more vegetables you use, the more moisture you’ll likely introduce to the wok as you cook the fried rice. This can lead to soggy fried rice, especially if there is a lot of crowding in the wok (or sauté pan). I have found 2 cups of diced vegetables to be sufficient.
- I like to reserve some of the dark green parts of the scallions for garnish.
- If you are looking for a basic recipe for cooking jasmine rice, refer to my guide on how to cook jasmine rice. You can also use a fork to loosen the rice before you add it to the wok. This will make it easier for you to break apart any large clumps of rice.
- If you want to add more flavor to the fried rice, mix it 1 tablespoon of my teriyaki sauce or store-bought hoisin sauce.
- I have updated this recipe as of August 17, 2020 to add more vegetables and slightly more seasoning to the fried rice.
Karly says
Super Easy! Great tips too!
Jo says
Made this tonight for my family, they loved it, this is definitely the easiest & tastiest egg fried rice, I’ve made, thank you for sharing.
Sandy says
This recipe is fairly simple. I’d love to find more recipes as simple as this one. Thank you for this. If I could cook this, anyone can that’s how much cooking experience I have. Lol
Lisa Lin says
Sandy, I’m so glad that you like this recipe! That’s exactly the attitude—anyone can make these dishes!
Owen says
I’ll try this recipe today, thanks a lot !
Lorraine says
Just made this! Super easy. The tip about reserving the last beaten egg is the magic touch. No more soggy fried rice.
Lisa Lin says
THANK YOU for trying the recipe, Lorraine!!!
Jennifer Mcqueen says
That was always my mistake I didn’t realise to cook it first then add at the end lol. I used to crack the eggs in to the rice lol🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️
mohit says
Thank you for this recipe, Lisa! I don’t know why I’ve been intimidated to make fried rice for so long. I made it last night and added some fresh spinach when serving. So good! I’m so glad we had leftovers for today. This is a staple recipe for me now
Lisa Lin says
Thank you for trying this recipe! So glad you enjoyed it.
Murli Nayar says
Thanks. Egg fried was easy and delicious. I used walnuts instead of peanuts!
Lisa Lin says
Sounds great!
Lee says
Just made this. It tastes incredible and was so easy to make!! Thank you for this recipe.
Lisa Lin says
Thanks for trying the recipe, Lee! Glad you enjoyed it!
Heather says
Just Curious. Is there a reason you dont use sesame oil to cook the whole dish?
Lisa Lin says
Hi, Heather! That’s a great question! The flavor of sesame oil is very strong, so a little bit goes a long way. It’s typically used as a finishing oil for dishes for that reason.
Heather says
Thank you. Makes sense.
Heather says
I’m a rookie in the kitchen. ????
Kelli says
Would it be possible to use a different kind of pan if a wok is not available?
Lisa Lin says
Yes! A large saute pan works too!
David Lemon says
I am going to try this recipe next week it sounds really tasty,do you think it would be OK to add some cooked and chopped up chicken thigh meat?
Lisa Lin says
Yes, absolutely! You can always feel free to modify my recipes. They’re really just there for inspiration.
rose says
I love this recipe,so easy and the rice is delicious,
Lisa Lin says
Thanks, Rose!
Paulina says
I just tied your recipe and mainly the rice part. I was cooking my rice very last minute and when it was boiled I have made few extra holes in the bag before pouring the water out from the pot. After that I spreaded the rice equally on the baking sheet thinly and left it for just under 30 min.. I didn’t had much extra time.
As I was making a portion for 2, I have pre fried 1 egg, then took it out and fried onion (a small add up) added the rice it was nice and quite dry at that point ( I made sure it dried out more on the pan) + 1 fresh egg + quick mix… + pre fried egg. And ready. It was lovely dry .
It was my first not soggy egg fried rice???? Thank you for the recepie????????
Lisa Lin says
Thank you SO MUCH for making the recipe, Paulina!
MAURICE says
If time does not permit to use day old rice, keep in mind that yiu can also freeze the rice. Again…line it on a tray in a thin layer, then carefully place pan of tray of rice in freezer. The idea is to protect the “husk” of the rice grain from heat and abuse long enough to heat through but not breakdown. Just be quick once the rice is in. It must not steam too much.
Lisa Lin says
Thanks for the tip, Maurice!
Haris says
I’m really thankful to you for providing this amazing recipe.
Chris Bartlett says
Hi Lisa, I make several versions of a fried rice dish, but I thought I’d try it with an egg tonight. However I did it before I found your post and I’ve found two things I’ve been doing wrong. Firstly I put the rice on the boil while I stir fry (in a wok) the veg (I use fresh and prepare it as I go through the frying stage just throwing it in stages!), sometimes adding chicken too. Then when the rice is ready normally by then so I drain it and shake/spin the water off before throwing it in the wok. Then tonight I put one egg in whole at the end and scrambled it in with the veg and rice and I never noticed soggy rice till I found this post!I will certainly give your tips a try in a couple of days. Many thanks.
Charlotte Johnson says
Thank you for this recipe! The best egg fried rice we’ve made! Delicious!
Alex says
This sounds delicious! I tried to make egg fried rice tonight-it was okay-but I think I’ll try your recipe tomorrow for dinner instead 😀
Louise says
This looks great, definately adding ingredients to the shopping list.. one question, do I have to use brown Jasmin rice? I have white Jasmin and plain brown in cupboard! Would either of these be ok? X
Lisa Lin says
Yes, either will work fine! Hope you enjoy it!
d says
good
Paul says
Looks really simple, but not sure about the olive oil, which isn’t used in Chinese cuisine. I think I’ll use a more neutral oil like canola or grapseed, but definitely use sesame oil at the end. Thanks.
Lisa Lin says
Please use whatever oil suits your taste! I understand that olive oil isn’t typically used in Chinese cuisine (my mom rarely uses it), but in this recipe, I though olive oil was okay. Again, please use canola oil if you prefer.
LINDA says
I always use mild olive oil – it works great in all recipes
Brad M. Morrisey says
Hey Lisa, thanks for sharing this recipe. It looks yummy! It’s making process is also very easy. When i get hungry, I can make that quick. it’s a good recipe. Keep posting this type of recipes.. 🙂
Jessica says
My husband and I just tried this recipe and it’s super good. Thanks for posting!
Lisa Lin says
Thank for trying the recipe, Jessica! Glad you enjoyed it!
Susan says
Yummy, thanks for the idea about cooking some of the egg first and then the rest later. I liked the addition of the sesame oil. Thanks so much!
Lu says
Easy, fast AND delicious! What more could you want 🙂
Olga says
Lisa! What a great idea! Love this. I’m sure this is incredibly delicious!
Shena Clark says
This was fantastic!! Huge hit with my hubby – thanks so much!
Lisa Lin says
Thanks for making it, Shena!
Cheryl says
I would like to make this recipe for bbq where we are doing an asian bbq…we have gas & charcoal grills & a wok. Is there a way to reheat this without it getting soggy? Or is this not a transferrable dish? Thank you
Lisa Lin says
Hi, Cheryl! If you fire up your wok, throw in the cooked fry rice and let it stir fry for a few minutes (2 or 3) until the rice is heated through. I think it should be okay!
Ana says
Very easy to make and delicious result. Will definitely try this again.
Lisa Lin says
Thanks for making this, Ana!!
Ceci says
Thanks for the recipe. I notice Maurice commented you can freeze rice before making this, but does this dish freeze well after making? I try to make big batches of food once a week (or two) and freeze to take to work for lunches. Will this egg fried rice work for that?
Lisa Lin says
Hi, Ceci. I haven’t tried that before, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. The only thing is that I’m not sure what the texture of the eggs would be when you try to reheat them.
Sarah says
I’ve made this recipe twice and I love it. I consistently mess up at least one thing (like making the rice at the last minute, or making too little rice) but it’s still turned out great both times. This time, I added some cubed Canadian bacon right after the veggies and it turned out well. It’s a foolproof recipe that tastes great!
Lisa Lin says
Sarah, thank you so much for trying this! Glad you like the recipe!
Juliet says
Thanks- just enjoying this meal in the UK! Simple and tasty! Needed a recipe to use up eggs. Used fresh veg. Will make this again thanks Lisa Lin.
Lisa Lin says
Juliet, thank you so much for trying the recipe! Glad you enjoyed it!
Jen says
This has easily become one of my go to dinner recipes. Its been in my rotation at least once a week for some time now. Its easy & simple to follow and the only thing I changed was that I use fresh veggies instead of frozen. My husband loves it, I even made a large tray for a potluck at work. Needles to say it was a hit. Thank you so much for sharing. We haven’t ordered take-out since I found this recipe. Hugs from NY.
Sabrina says
Just made this for dinner for myself and four of my kids and we loved! Even my two year daughter.
Lisa Lin says
Hi Sabrina, Thank you so much for trying this! I’m glad your family enjoyed it!
Julie says
Really detailed instructions, which I appreciate, Lisa. Upon searching for a simple, easy fried rice dish, I found yours and can’t wait to try it out tonight! Thanks so very much.
* I will let you know if my hubby enjoys this as much as I already know I will!
– Signed, A Die-hard Rice Enthusiast
Akanksha says
easy and good
frysmith says
I really like this, I definitely have to try it your way, where do I find brown jasmine rice?
Elaine says
Simple and delicious!
frances wells says
A new favourite and an Egg Fried Rice I’ve managed to get right, thank you!
Lisa Lin says
Hi, Frances! Thank you so much for trying the fried rice recipe!
Justin Hughes says
Super simple. I did find it a little dry and needing a bit of pop. Definitely could’ve doubled up on the veggies & eggs.
Sasha says
You can try adding up more veggies but they will ruin the taste.
Chloe Benton says
What about adding more cheese with lots of veggies 🙂
Hilda Newton says
Adding cheese would be of great taste. I love cheese
Daniele says
Thank you Lisa! This guide really saved my life and improved my cooking skills even though it is really, really easy.
Lisa Lin says
Daniele, thank you so much for trying this recipe! Glad you liked it!
Jen says
I don’t see anything about what eggs are divided?
Thank you.
Lisa Lin says
Hi Jen, thanks for catching that! Initially, I had this recipe using 4 eggs, so 3 scrambled first, separately. Then, you crack the last one over the rice and coat the rice with the egg. I decided to simplify the recipe and omit the last egg.
Rayne says
Lisa, thank you for clarifying! I’ve been scouring the recipe trying to find where it called for 1 egg divided, because I’ve never seen a fried rice recipe call for that and I was intrigued, plus I’ve seen so much positive feedback here about it! So, if I make this, I actually want to try to make it that way instead. I really love cooking fried rice, and want to up my game, as I have a long way to go! Do you yourself recommend the divided egg trick?
Rayne says
And would you consider giving instructions for cooking with the egg divided in the recipe?
Karen misuraca says
Very easy to make and so yummy!
Crystal Cronk says
So easy and tasty! I added cooked prawns right at the end. My husband ate two bowls of it and I have to say, I cannot remember the last time he had a double serving of anything I cooked. 🙁 lol
morgan says
What a marvelous recipe me and my team mates like this too much
AR limon says
Your image so niches.
Stephen L. Lockard says
Hey! Lisa Lin
The video was really awesome and helpful. That’s the best one yet! I’m going to make some. Thank you!
Lucas says
Just love this recipe my family members now want me to make this recipe every single day.
Dawn says
Looks delicious but I have to ask, what is five-spice powder?
Lisa Lin says
It is a very common spice blend in Chinese cuisine, sometimes called “Chinese five-spice.”
Karen Petersen says
So simple and so delicious. A global classic for all cultures to enjoy!
Yassmin says
Amazing fried rice, simple for one person and so tasty. Best fried rice I’ve tasted. Thanks for sharing!
Fred says
What are the alternatives if I don’t have day-old rice?
Lo says
Glad I found You!
Lizzy says
Just made this beautiful egg fried rice dish for dinner tonight .was a winner thank u for sharing was so delicious. the whole family loved it & wants me to make it again.
David says
Great! Thank you for this recipe, Definitely Try it,
Jennifer Mcqueen says
This is fantastic and easy to make. It’s a favourite in our house we love it. I’ve never been able to make egg fried rice till now so I thank you
Alberta says
I have not tried this recipe, but it look easy enough for someone like me to do. I love fried rice and some told me homemade is even better. Thanks for sharing this simple receipe.
Steamed Egg says
My family and I all love this recipe, thanks!
Mahmood says
Excellent simple n very effective way of describing how to cook a simple dish. Keep it up.
Thanks for giving me the pleasure to try yr recipe
Jenny says
I was cooking my rice last possible moment and when it was bubbled I have made not many additional openings taken care of prior to spilling the water out from the pot.
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Jackpine says
These bundles typically contain 2 cups of cooked rice, so youll need 2 bundles for the formula. The bundled rice is fine, particularly in case you are excessively occupied with during the week to cook rice.
Sajjal says
As usual, great. I would only add that the “boiled rice” needs to be boiled and fully cooled before you can fry it. The best rice to use is day-old leftover rice.
Sajjar Collections says
Awesome fried rice, simple for one person and so delicious. Best fried rice I have tasted. Thanks for sharing this keep it up!
Daniel Arthur says
Thank you for the tip about freshly-cooked rice! One question: what about substituting brown jasmine rice? I like whole-grain rice for the extra nutrients. What would you suggest?
Thank you!
Rehema Githinji says
I substituted some of the ingredients mentioned with what i had and it turned out great anyway.
Lucia says
Your idea 2 tablespoons of oil into a wok over high heat really worked for me and make my job more easy. Keep good working Lisa
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Victoria says
Made this for tea tonight it’s the best I’ve ever cooked, this is on my cook often list. Thank you for great tips as well
Lisa Lin says
Thank you for trying the recipe, Victoria!
Flex Rampant says
Hi there, I set out to make this recipe but realised I didn’t have eggs so I left them out. I also realised I didn’t have rice so I used wholegrain spaghetti. Instead of using any of the other ingredients I used shop bough green pesto. I must say the results were great especially once I added anchovies, many thanks for the recipe.
Nik603 says
How many servings does the recipe make as written? Thanks!
poorwok says
Thank you, maybie this time I won’t fail. Day old? Fresh? It always sticks to the pan and I end up having to cheat and put it in a baking dish in the oven. >_< I reallllly want to get it to cook in the frying pan or wok. R.I.P my poor wok I killed it, it burnt and worped. /facepalm… Managed to burn that last batch of fried rice. I can make up a storm. Bread, briskets? Cookies, pies, cakes? You got it! Stews? Soups, pasta dishes, juicy steak, vegen food? Fluffy scrambled eggs? Yep! Boiled rice? Sure.
But I can't seem to make friend rice. ;-; I hope this recipe the one.
Corey says
Hi Lisa, love it, will try to make it and update you soon 🙂
Murli Nayar says
Thanks. Egg fried was easy and delicious. I used walnuts instead of peanuts!
205/55R16 says
Made this delicious and easy-to dish today! I love the tip about reserving last beaten egg, it really did make all of our fried rice nice an fluffy.
Tire Passion says
Hi Lisa, love it, will try to make it and update you soon 🙂
Nkhesani says
Made this last night my kids loved it 👌
Clarinda Brown says
I really loved it. Thank you for sharing this.
Rachel says
Delicious!!
Teecy says
Wow! What a great recipe. So good. Cannot wait to check out your other recipes.
Lisa Lin says
Thanks, Teecy!
Cindy Nestel says
First time to make this, it is perfect!
Lisa Lin says
Thanks, Cindy!
Robert says
How can something so easy , taste so good? Really quick and delicious.
shozain says
.my wife tried the recipe yesterday. overall it was good, the only concern was the spices. my friends loved it though.
Anto says
It’s so easy and taste yummy
Perfect
Lisa Lin says
Thanks!
Simon says
So easy!…sooooo Gooood 🙂
Lisa Lin says
Thanks, Simon!
John says
Thanks, Simon!
Karl says
Thanks for sharing. I love eating this.
Ankita says
Yummy! I want to eat this,
APK GURRU says
Thanks for sharing as this looks so delicious and awesome for one person keep it up. I’ll try this one.
Anthony Bartolo says
I have made it and i love it Thank you
Lisa Lin says
Glad you enjoyed it, Anthony!
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Thanks for sharing. I love eating this.
Dramacool Asia says
Hi, amazing one I have tried this recipe really you’re doing great work keep it up
Stephen Hork says
I was cooking my rice last possible moment and when it was bubbled I have made not many additional openings in that frame of mind prior to spilling the water out from the pot. After that I spreaded the rice similarly on the baking sheet daintily and left it for just shy of 30 min.. I didn’t had a lot of additional time!!
Tim Horsler says
Excellent recipe and cooking advice! Over here in London my friends and I really really really enjoyed our meal thanks to you!
Emma says
Hurrah! what a helpful post. I will try tonight and it will be a surprise for my family. Looking so tasty
Isbera says
Thank you for sharing helpful tips and guiding us step by step, on how we can do
Keza says
The recipe was amazing i tried making following your steps and i loved it. It’s safe to say it’s my now favorite food. Thanks alot
Lisa Lin says
Thanks, Keza!
Laura says
Thanks for this recipe, so easy ans tasty. Excellent way to use rice ans veggies leftovers. Definitely satisfied my craving for a dish i enjoyed many times during trips and vacations.
Hameshan says
This is on of my favorite recipe from today, my wife get giddiness from this site and east what a testy. Thank you for the helpful post. it is like a lottery for us
Darrell says
Excellent advice!!!
Phyllis hollett says
This is my second time and I love it, so thanks for the recipe Lisa.
Tim says
I like to put ice on a cookie sheet or pan. Then layer aluminum foil with rice on top of it. Then small ammount of salt and then leave out. Also if using frozen veggies like corn I use them instead of ice.
Jamie Hallman says
Delicious and easy!
John says
This really is easy, thank you.. I`ll try it
Aadil Mohamed Ansareen says
Thanks a lot! First time making fried rice for me and it turned out pretty good! Used frozen veg and it worked well.
Lisa Lin says
Thank you so much for trying the recipe! Glad you enjoyed it!
Dilhashba says
Yesterday night i made this by following this article, trust me, my family congratulate me for this tasty meal. so happy with for this site.
Adil says
This is one best egg-fried recipe that i have tried by following your article, it was so delicious. All the ingredient’s quantity makes it perfect. I’m really thankful to you for providing this amazing recipe.
Thomas says
I cooked this with all the vegetables and spices that I had at hand.
Madras curry instead of 5-Spice, diced Brussels, 1 Tbsp peanut butter and 2 pressed garlic cloves.
This recipe is absolutely fool-proof and I highly recommend it. It tasted AWESOME!
Lisa Lin says
Thanks for trying this, Thomas!
Blanca says
This recipe sounds easy and delicious!
Lance says
Can you do this in a electric fry pan i dont have a wok
Lisa Lin says
Absolutely!
Mehdi says
Yesterday night i made this by following this article, trust me, my family congratulate me for this tasty meal.
Jasmine says
Do all your best and leave it for a while. If you have did it correctly then it gonna work.
Emirates says
I am very happy and going to make fried rice today i hope my family will like this. Thank you very much for this article
Lynda Dostal says
I doubled the veggies because my husband needed lots of veggies in his “to lower triglyceride diet”. I also barbecued a steak, trimmed it of fat and cut it up into bite size pieces (about 1 cup). However, I have been using Kung Pao stir fry sauce and it is too spicy for my taste. I also have Kikkoman Stir Fry sauce, but have never used it. Is it also spicy or not so much or more spicy. Also, in your opinion, is Peanut Oil the best oil to use for stir fry? I didn’t have any so tonight I used what I had which was Canola oil.
I will be watching for more great recipes. I use a gas stove and have a great wok I purchased in China Town in Los Angeles many years ago. Thanks for your good tips Lisa
Lisa Lin says
Thanks for trying this recipe, Lynda! Peanut oil adds a nutty aroma, which which works well for stir fries in general. However, if you don’t have that on hand, canola works just fine.
Paul says
I cooked the egg fried rice amazing there wasn’t a bit left everybody loved it
Thank you
Lisa Lin says
Thanks for making this, Paul!
Stan says
Great thanks it’s delicious
Lisa Lin says
Thanks, Stan!
Shimeen says
This is my favorite recipe that i use 2 times a day but not like this. I am so happy that I will upgrade my favorit egg-fried from today. I am so happy about this article
Nimra says
I am glad to read this helpful article. I love all beauty of my kitchen that is with tasty food
Cole Tyler says
Very tasty, thank you.
Lisa Lin says
Thanks, Cole!
Queen says
Tasted great!! I was confused about where to start on youtube, this recipe was short and sweet! Added more soy sauce though and an extra egg though and added a full tablespoon of sesame oil but I let it cook in the middle of the pan for 20 or so seconds before mixing everything. And I didn’t use olive oil but vegetable! I usually use olive oil for everything but it’s better to use peanut oil or vegetable I think. I made a side of sweet and sour chicken and peppers on the side.
Lisa Lin says
Thank you for trying this!
Mark Struba says
Thankx. (mahalo) . Works for me.
Lisa Lin says
Thanks, Mark!
jamshi says
i was finding my favorite recipe which is the egg with rice and today i get more egg fried rice. going to try this. I will come back here and take new reviews after the live test.
Thank you
David says
Made this evening for my wife and I, absolutely delicious
Lisa Lin says
Thanks for trying the recipe, David!
A Small World Cup says
It looked delicious and fast to cook. I will cook this on the weekend for my family. Thank you for your recipe. 5 stars.
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Ayana says
It was good! Mine was a bit soggy but I think the rice was soggy before the recipe lol just need to get better at making rice
Abdullah says
egg fried with rice is my favorite recipe. This is a very helpful blog
Haya says
I tried this yesterday and it was so delicious. My family liked it so much. Thanks for sharing such amazing recipes.
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Lulu says
I love your idea of using day old rice as some of our kids are out working during dinner time. I still wonder if my picky eaters will be able to tell or not…but hopefully they won’t even notice 😉 Thank you for sharing my new fav recipe to try.
Pratibha says
Made fried rice for my family this evening…. Turned out so good ! My hubby and daughter love authentic Chinese food which is pretty neat quick and easy, once ingredients are prepared !
My hubby took cooking courses in HK and mainland China many times so he is pretty particular about
what goes in, including the right pots /woks and utensils!
This was so easy for me to put together for a whole meal, Thankyou !
Lisa Lin says
Thanks for trying this recipe!!
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lisasmith says
Thanks. Fried eggs were simple and wonderful. Instead of peanuts, I used walnuts!
Lizza says
My favorite. Thank you for kind words
Isbella Mich says
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Hayley says
I make this weekly now! Sometimes twice a week because I have too much left over rice. It’s so good, it literally tastes like take out but better!
James Smith says
I tried this yesterday and it was so delicious. My family liked it so much. Thanks for sharing such amazing recipes.
Bernadette J. says
I would NOT recommend this recipe 😕. I ran out of rice so I used pasta instead, and it turned out really slimy 😭. My Walmart didn’t have any soy sauce, so I used barbecue sauce instead 😋. My grandchildren really enjoyed it, so I won’t be making this again. If I could rate this 0/5 I would 😡.
Sugoma Bails says
Instructions unclear??? I accidentally used my other white powder and put it in the rice!!!! Now my children are all high! Great taste though!
Willa James says
Thank you for this tremendous and easy-to-follow delicious recipe. Made it yesterday, and my family wants to bake it every Thursday.
Orr says
Great and easy recipe, I made with a lot of ground black pepper and it turned out Great!
Lisa Lin says
Thanks for trying this, Orr!
Marsha says
Will make your egg fried rice as a carrion dinner dish. I have on hand a rice blend of white brown, wild and red. Can I use this instead of buying Jasmine? If so, will the amount of water to rice remain the same for the stove. Top measurements of 1 1/3 cups water to one cup jasmine rice?
Thanking you in advance for your reply
Romona Schermerhorn says
very good I think next time I will use alittle more soy sauce
Justine says
Thanks Lisa. Was looking for a healthy option to use up my left over brown rice, and loved that yours came with plenty of vege and authentic flavours, plus was super easy. Better still was the recommendation to have a side dish of the garlic cucumber salad which I loved 🤩
Lisa Lin says
Justine, thanks for trying this and the cucumber salad!
Jonny Willis says
Yum, thank you!
Lisa hall says
Lovely taste and easy to make
Thanks
Lisa Lin says
Thanks, Lisa!
Gillian DidierSerre says
Lovely and easy
Lisa Lin says
Thanks, Gillian!
Kilvar says
Very tasty indeed, thank you.
smartopt says
Egg fried rice is a delicious and versatile dish with numerous benefits. It’s a quick and easy meal that combines protein from eggs with carbohydrates from rice, providing a balanced nutrition. The dish is customizable with various vegetables and spices, making it a flavorful and satisfying option for any meal.
Thank you for the great post.
Aeera says
“Simple yet delightful! This recipe proves that something easy can be very special. Thanks for the inspiration!”
clubcrafter says
Just tried this! Super easy. The tip about reserving the last beaten egg is the magic touch. No more soggy fried rice.
Hauwa says
Wow love this
Miranda says
My go-to fried rice! Family loves it and the kids always ask for seconds. We double the recipe every time. Delicious, thank you!
Gina Lee says
I’ I took some time to do some complex math and came up with the following calculations to feed one toddler and one adult: 4 eggs, 1/8 cup heavy cream, a pinch of salt, a pinch of pepper, desired toppings (we melted some Colby jack cheese and topped w/ chopped bacon.) Very nice texture on the the eggs. We both enjoyed it, thanks!
Roos says
It was good. I didn’t have te 5 spices and substituted with cinnamon and chili flakes.
Jabeen says
Egg fried rice is my favorite and i would like to share some helpful tips to the public from the source of this blog, After cooking an egg fried recipe, any dishwashing soap that effectively cuts through grease and removes food residue would be suitable for cleaning your cooking utensils and dishes.
Mcdonald says
This is very easy after read this helpful blog.
Courtney says
I’ll be making this with garlic!!! Traditional fried rice never skips the garlic.
deepak says
Miss Lisa! I will know about EGG FRIED RICE only after making and drinking them, but your eyes are very cute.😁😁😁
robin says
I like this recipe. Simple ingredients needed but the time line of production steps I found important for success.
hassan says
It’s so easy, Thanks You so much…….
Liz says
Thank you for sharing. I added strips of beef, mushroom, carrots, green onions, bell peppers and carrots – no left overs!
Lisa Lin says
Liz, thank you so much for trying this recipe! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
McDonald’s Wrap UK says
“Fantastic recipe! The suggestion to use day-old rice to prevent mushiness is brilliant, and cooling fresh rice on baking sheets is a game-changer. I love the versatility of adding different veggies and proteins. I’m excited to try this out! Thanks for sharing!”
Steven Coles says
Thank you so much for the recipe and for the tips. I’ve always wondered why people say to use left over rice and now I know 🙂
I have one problem with this recipe…. I can’t stop making it! It’s too good! When I want to impress company, this is definitely a go to recipe.
I also love how versatile it is. I added some kimchi last time instead of veggies and it was also quite incredible.
I was a sushi chef for many years but I never learned to actually cook food. I am trying to catch up in the kitchen and learn how to be a good cook and this recipe definitely was a great place for me to start. Thanks again Lisa Lin!
muana says
nice
Rebecca says
Great. I’m making this tomorrow. I got the rice cooking right now for tomorrow s dinner! Thank you.
Şoförlü araç kiralama says
THANK YOU
Paul Johnson says
I’ve been trying to make egg fried rice for ages now at last I’ve conquered it and it’s so easy thanks to your recipe; thank you.
Lisa Lin says
Thanks for trying this, Paul!
James smith says
Just made this. It tastes incredible and was so easy to make!! Thank you for this recipe.
Deb says
Tasty
Spicer says
The Easiest Egg Fried Rice is a quick and delicious dish that can be made with leftover rice, eggs, and a few simple vegetables. To prepare it, just scramble the eggs in a pan, add the rice, and toss in some chopped veggies like peas and carrots. Season with soy sauce and a sprinkle of green onions for extra flavor. This recipe not only saves time but also allows for creativity, making it a great example of effective restaurant meals that can inspire home cooks. With just a few ingredients, you can create a satisfying meal that has the potential to become a family favorite.
Charlene Colson says
Egg fried rice is a delicious and simple dish that combines fluffy rice, scrambled eggs, and a variety of vegetables or meats. It’s a popular choice in many Asian cuisines, offering a perfect balance of flavors and textures. You can customize it with your favorite sauces, spices, or proteins, making it both versatile and satisfying. When cooked right, the eggs are tender, and the rice has a slightly crispy texture that makes it irresistible.
If you’re thinking of trying something different, maybe you’ll find options like egg fried rice on the Nandos Menu with Prices
. While it’s more famous for its grilled chicken, there’s always a chance they could introduce new sides or dishes inspired by global flavors!
Gassel says
I liked the style of presentation, it is a pleasure to read.
Irene van Tonder says
HI Lisa
I am so happy that I came across your internet page!! I was looking up to see what “egg fried rice” was!!
My work is having our Christmas party at a Chinese Restaurant and I am busy preparing my order.
I am definitely going to try this recipe and I am surprised that Mama Lin is your mom, as I use her recipe for cooking Jasmine rice!! So glad to have found you!!
Lisa Lin says
Irene, thankyou for this message! I hope you enjoy it!
Urnaballa says
Cool recipe
Kamalia says
Such a nostalgic and comforting take on fried rice! Love how you encourage experimenting to make it your own. 🍚✨