Feel free to use leftover rice from last night's takeout. The secret to good fried rice is starting with cold cooked grains.
Recipe information
Total Time
10 minutes
Yield
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
1. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat.
Step 2
2. Add the eggs and scallions. Cook, breaking up the eggs with a spoon until they are lightly browned.
Step 3
3. Stir in the meat, vegetables, rice, and the remaining oil. Increase heat slightly and cook until the rice is crispy, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
4. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce with 4 tablespoons of water. Pour the mixture over the rice.
Step 5
5. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the rice has absorbed all the liquid, 3 to 5 minutes. 6 Season with the salt and pepper and serve, with extra soy sauce on the side.
