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Perfect Restaurant-Style Egg Fried Rice with Wok Hei

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Perfect Restaurant-Style Egg Fried Rice with Wok Hei is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of traditional Chinese cooking right in your home kitchen. This quick-to-make recipe features fluffy scrambled eggs, day-old jasmine rice, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all infused with the signature smoky aroma known as wok hei. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this egg fried rice is not only comforting but also highly customizable. Whether you prefer it simple or packed with proteins and more veggies, this dish guarantees to satisfy your cravings in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups cooked jasmine rice, day-old
  • 5 large eggs
  • 3 green onions, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup diced carrots, small diced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare day-old rice by ensuring it’s at room temperature.
  2. Beat eggs with salt and cornstarch until smooth. Heat a wok over high heat and add vegetable oil. Scramble beaten eggs briefly until just set, then remove.
  3. Clean the wok and heat again. Add vegetable oil, garlic, and ginger; stir-fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add day-old rice; break up clumps while stir-frying vigorously for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Push rice aside and add diced carrots; stir-fry for one minute before combining with the rice.
  6. Toss in peas, soy sauce, and sesame oil; mix well.
  7. Return scrambled eggs to the wok, season as desired, and toss everything together quickly.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and cilantro.

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