Crispy Garlic Egg Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoonsvegetable oil
- 4 clovesgarlic
- 3 cupscooked rice (day-old or cooled)
- 3eggs
- 2 tablespoonssoy sauce
- 1 cupfrozen peas and carrots
- 2scallions
- ½ teaspoonsesame oil
Prep
- 01
Mince 4 cloves garlic.
- 02
Slice 2 scallions.
Method
- 01
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 02
Push the garlic to the side. Crack the 3 eggs into the pan, break the yolks, and scramble until just cooked through, about 1 minute. Transfer to a plate.
- 03
Add the 3 cups cooked rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps. Stir and cook for 2 minutes until the rice is heated through and starts to toast lightly.
- 04
Stir in the frozen peas and carrots and cook for 1 minute. Return the eggs to the pan.
- 05
Drizzle with 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil. Toss everything together for 30 seconds.
- 06
Transfer to a bowl and top with sliced scallions. Serve immediately.
Spice Tips
For a savory kick, add 1/2 teaspoon white pepper or a pinch of cayenne. For deeper umami, stir in 1/2 teaspoon fish sauce with the soy sauce. A dash of sriracha or chili oil on the side lets anyone adjust heat to taste.