Name: Fried Rice recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: asian, chinese
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups basmati rice; 1 tbs peanut oil; 2 eggs lightly beaten; 5 spring onions sliced; 6 bacon rashers chopped; 1 carrot diced; 2 cups frozen peas and corn; 2 tbs soy sauce

by marie Last updated on 03/15/2023

Rated almost 5 stars by our members, this Asian inspired fried rice is super-easy to make, is quick to throw together and is budget friendly. Our recipe starts with cooking a simple omelette to add to the rice once cooked. We also use frozen peas and corn, but you can use any other frozen vegetables you have in the freezer. This fried rice recipe is easily adaptable, with our members creating their own versions and adding ingredients like garlic, ginger, bbq chicken and prawns for additional flavour and nutrients. Created by member Marie, she recommends serving your fried rice with crispy spring rolls or as a side dish at barbeques. - Australia's Best Recipes Team

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups basmati rice
1 tbs peanut oil
2 eggs lightly beaten
5 spring onions sliced
6 bacon rashers chopped
1 carrot diced
2 cups frozen peas and corn
2 tbs soy sauce

Method

Step 1

Heat 1 teaspoon of the oil in a wok.
Step 2

Cook the egg until just cooked, turning half way.
Step 3

Remove omelette from the wok and set aside. Slice into small pieces.
Step 4

Boil the rice in salted water for about 10 minutes, until just tender.
Step 5

While the rice is cooking, heat the rest of the oil in the wok and cook the spring onions for about two minutes.
Step 6

Add the bacon and cook for several minutes until crisp.
Step 7

Add the vegetables and cook for a further few minutes.
Step 8

Add the soy sauce.
Step 9

Add the cooked rice and sliced omelette and stir until hot.

Recipe Notes

from Australia’s Best Recipes team

What is the secret to good fried rice?

An important tip for good fried rice is to rinse the rice in water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch, meaning the rice won't be gelatinous or stick together when cooked. Additionally, you should allow the boiled rice to drain well before frying to remove any excess moisture.This is why day-old, leftover rice is always great for fried rice, because the moisture has been removed.

What type of rice is best for fried rice?

Long-grain rice such as jasmine or basmati rice is commonly used for making fried rice, but other types of rice can be used as well. Try making this Korean inspired Kimchi Fried Rice that uses brown and black rice, or this 15-minute fried rice that uses microwave rice to save on cooking time.

Is fried rice healthy?

The ingredients and cooking methods used will help determine whether the dish is healthy. Fried rice can be made healthier by using brown rice, adding more vegetables, using lean protein sources, and limiting the use of oil and sodium.

How do you store fried rice?

Fried rice can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days, or in the freezer for up to two months. You can reheat from chilled in the microwave or in a pan on the stove. For frozen fried rice, simply thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat that same day. It's important to ensure that the rice is heated thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.