Soy Sauce Fried Rice is a quick and flavorful dish made with day-old rice stir-fried with soy sauce, garlic, and green onions. It’s an easy and satisfying side or main dish.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Stir-Frying
Cuisine:Asian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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3 cups cooked day-old white rice
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp vegetable oil
2 eggs, beaten
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Add sesame oil and garlic to the pan, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the peas and carrots (if using) and cook for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
Add the rice, breaking up any clumps. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Pour soy sauce over the rice and mix well to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
Return the scrambled eggs to the pan and stir in green onions. Cook for 1-2 more minutes.
Serve hot as a side or main dish.
Notes
Day-old rice is best for texture; freshly cooked rice may become mushy.
Add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu to make it a full meal.
Adjust soy sauce to taste based on saltiness preference.