Fried Rice

                                                                 Fried Rice Recipe

Basic Fried Rice 

• Recipe Serves: 2–3
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients: 

• 2 cups cooked rice (preferably a day old, cold rice works best)
• 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable oil or sesame oil)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 cup carrot, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup capsicum (bell pepper), chopped
• 1/2 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon vinegar (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Spring onions or coriander leaves for garnish
• (Optional: scrambled eggs, paneer, chicken, or prawns)

Instructions

Prepare the rice

If using freshly cooked rice, spread it on a plate and allow it to cool completely so it doesn’t turn mushy. Leftover rice from the fridge works best.

Heat oil

In a wok or large pan, heat the oil on medium-high flame. Add chopped garlic and onion. Sauté for a minute till it becomes slightly golden.

Add vegetables

Add carrots, capsicum, and peas. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes. Keep the veggies slightly crunchy for best texture.

Add cooked rice   

Add the rice to the pan. Stir gently to mix everything without breaking the grains.

Season

Add soy sauce, vinegar (if using), black pepper, and salt. Mix well on high heat for 2–3 minutes so the rice gets a smoky flavour.

Optional protein

You can also add scrambled egg, fried paneer cubes, or cooked chicken/prawns at this stage.

Garnish & Serve

Turn off the heat. Garnish with chopped spring onions or coriander. Serve hot with any side dish or enjoy on its own.

Tips 

For restaurant-style flavour, cook on high flame and keep stirring quickly.

Don't overcrowd the pan; work in batches if needed.

You can add sauces like chilli sauce or tomato ketchup for a twist.