Easy Fried Rice
A quick and flavorful fried rice recipe made with cold rice, eggs, mixed vegetables, soy sauce, and sesame oil — perfect for using up leftovers!
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked cold rice
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups mixed vegetables peas, carrots, corn
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or to taste
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for cooking
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 green onions chopped
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients before starting.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet.
- Scramble eggs, then remove and set aside.
- Add a little more oil. Sauté garlic, then add vegetables.
- Stir-fry 2–3 minutes.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/easy-fried-rice/
Notes
- Day-old rice works best for texture and flavor.
- Add cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu for extra protein.
- For a spicy kick, stir in chili garlic sauce or sriracha.