Best 3 Easy Leftover Fried Rice Recipes

Fried rice is a classic dish loved by people of all ages. It's a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables. This article provides three delicious recipes for easy leftover fried rice: a classic fried rice recipe, a kimchi fried rice recipe, and a vegetable fried rice recipe.

**Classic Fried Rice:** This recipe is a great starting point for anyone new to making fried rice. It uses simple ingredients like rice, eggs, vegetables, and soy sauce.

**Kimchi Fried Rice:** This recipe adds a spicy and tangy twist to classic fried rice. It uses kimchi, a fermented cabbage dish, to add flavor and heat.

**Vegetable Fried Rice:** For a healthier option, try this vegetable fried rice recipe. It's packed with colorful vegetables like carrots, broccoli, and bell peppers.

No matter which recipe you choose, you'll be able to enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal with minimal effort. So gather your ingredients, heat up your wok or large skillet, and get ready to whip up some tasty fried rice!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY LEFTOVER FRIED RICE

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Just love Fried Rice so I tried to create from a restaurant that we go to often. In a pinch you can use canned peas and carrots (drained). You could also try adding some diced ham and green onions.

Provided by Douglas Poe

Categories Rice

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 cups cooked white rice (day old or leftover rice works best!)
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 cup frozen peas and carrot (thawed)
1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/4 cup soy sauce

Steps:

On medium high heat, heat the oil in a large skillet or wok.
Add the peas/carrots, onion and garlic.
Cook until tender about 1 to 2 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium low and push the mixture off to one side, then pour your eggs on the other side of skillet and cook until scrambled.
Now add the rice and soy sauce and blend all together well.
Stir fry until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.7, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 93, Sodium 1069.6, Carbohydrate 47.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 9.8

FRIED RICE RESTAURANT STYLE

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A quick fried rice like you get at your favorite Chinese restaurant. A couple of eggs, baby carrots, peas and soy sauce is all you need.

Provided by jostrander

Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Fried Rice Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups enriched white rice
4 cups water
⅔ cup chopped baby carrots
½ cup frozen green peas
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 eggs
soy sauce to taste
2 tablespoons sesame oil, to taste

Steps:

In a saucepan, combine rice and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
In a small saucepan, boil carrots in water about 3 to 5 minutes. Drop peas into boiling water, and drain.
Heat wok over high heat. Pour in oil, then stir in carrots and peas; cook about 30 seconds. Crack in eggs, stirring quickly to scramble eggs with vegetables. Stir in cooked rice. Shake in soy sauce, and toss rice to coat. Drizzle with sesame oil, and toss again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 380.9 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

EASY FRIED RICE

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This easy fried rice recipe really captures the flavor of fried rice served in restaurants. Use leftover chicken for a satisfying meal that's easy to put together. -Lori Schweer, Mapleton, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 large eggs, beaten
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
4 cups cooked rice
1-1/2 cups frozen stir-fry vegetable blend
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup diced cooked chicken
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

Combine eggs and salt. In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, scramble eggs in 1 teaspoon oil, breaking into small pieces. Remove from skillet and set aside. , Add remaining 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons oil to skillet. Stir-fry rice over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Add vegetables, onions and garlic; stir-fry for 5 minutes. Add chicken; stir-fry until heated through, 3-5 minutes. Combine soy sauce, broth, pepper and ginger. Add to rice; stir to coat. Add bacon and eggs; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 1077mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Tips:

For the best fried rice, use day-old rice. This will help the rice grains stay separate and prevent them from becoming mushy.
Use a large skillet or wok over high heat. This will help the rice cook quickly and evenly.
Don't overcrowd the skillet or wok. Cook the rice in batches if necessary.
Stir the rice constantly to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
Add the eggs and vegetables first, then the rice. This will help the eggs and vegetables cook evenly.
Season the rice with soy sauce, salt, and pepper to taste.
Serve the fried rice immediately, while it's still hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Leftover fried rice is a delicious and easy way to use up leftover meat, vegetables, and rice. It's a great meal for busy weeknights or for a quick and easy lunch. With a few simple tips, you can make leftover fried rice that is just as good as takeout. So next time you have leftover rice, don't throw it away! Make leftover fried rice instead.