Best Easy Egg Fried Rice Breakfast Recipe

Quick egg fried rice with fluffy rice and scrambled egg is a satisfying breakfast staple. A protein-rich, family recipe with fresh scallion flavor.

Cook 20 min Difficulty EASY 355 kcal
#vegetarian #mediterranean
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • cooked white rice 3 cups
  • large eggs 4 pieces
  • scallions 4 stalks
  • vegetable oil 3 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • light soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • sesame oil 1 tsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
  • freshly ground black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 48 g 54%
Protein 13 g 15%
Fat 11 g 31%
Serving size 210g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Beat the eggs in a bowl with 1/8 tsp salt until fully blended and set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add beaten eggs and cook, stirring gently, just until softly scrambled; immediately remove to a plate.

  3. 3

    Return the skillet to medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tbsp oil. Add sliced scallions and cook for 30 seconds to release flavor.

  4. 4

    Add cooked white rice, breaking up any clumps, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Press down to maximize contact with the pan, letting the grains heat through and separate.

  5. 5

    Return scrambled eggs to the pan. Drizzle light soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice, then toss briskly for even color and aroma. Season with remaining salt and black pepper. Stir-fry another 1-2 minutes and serve hot.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Egg Fried Rice Breakfast recipe?
The main ingredients defining this dish are fluffy cooked white rice and freshly scrambled eggs. Together, these create the signature texture and protein-rich base, while scallions provide a distinctive breakfast aroma and fresh flavor.
Q. How does heat control affect the texture of the eggs in fried rice?
Scrambling the eggs over medium-high heat, then immediately removing them once they set, keeps them tender and fluffy. Overcooking will make eggs rubbery after re-tossing with rice, so following the suggested timing is vital for the best texture.
Q. How do you prevent fried rice from becoming soggy or clumpy?
Using cooked, slightly cooled rice and separating clumps before stir-frying helps preserve a non-soggy, fluffy texture. Cooking the rice on a hot skillet and pressing briefly encourages even heating and separation without excess moisture.
Q. How many calories and what is the protein-to-carb ratio per serving?
Each serving contains about 355 kcal, with 13g of protein and 48g of carbohydrates. This reflects a protein-to-carb ratio of roughly 1:3.7, making it moderately high in protein for a satisfying breakfast.
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