How to make Healthy Egg Fried Rice

🥢 Healthy Egg Fried Rice

🧂 Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked brown rice (or jasmine rice, preferably cold and day-old)
  • 2 large eggs (or 3 if you want more protein)
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers, corn, etc.)
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1–2 tsp low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (optional, for flavor)
  • 1 tsp olive oil (or avocado oil, for cooking)
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • Optional: a pinch of chili flakes or a dash of sriracha for heat

🍳 Instructions:

  1. Prep all ingredients before you start cooking. Cold rice works best to avoid mushy texture.
  2. Scramble the eggs:
    • Heat ½ tsp oil in a large pan or wok.
    • Crack in the eggs, scramble gently, and cook until just set. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté vegetables:
    • In the same pan, add the remaining oil.
    • Add garlic and onion, sauté for 1–2 minutes.
    • Add your mixed vegetables. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until they are tender but still vibrant.
  4. Add rice:
    • Add the cold rice to the pan.
    • Stir-fry on medium-high heat, breaking up clumps.
    • Cook for 2–3 minutes until rice is hot and a little crispy.
  5. Season:
    • Add soy sauce and sesame oil.
    • Add the scrambled eggs back in and mix well.
    • Season with salt, pepper, and optional chili.
  6. Finish and garnish:
    • Toss in green onions.
    • Serve hot with optional lime wedge or sriracha on the side.

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