Description
Garlic Fried Rice is the ultimate comfort food that elevates simple ingredients into a flavorful masterpiece. Picture fluffy grains of rice sautéed with aromatic garlic, delivering a delightful crunch and savory taste in every bite. This versatile dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, bringing nostalgia and satisfaction to your table. With its quick preparation and endless adaptability, Garlic Fried Rice is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 4–6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients: mince garlic and chop green onions.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté garlic for about 1 minute until golden brown.
- Add cooked rice, breaking up clumps while stir-frying for an even texture.
- Pour in soy sauce, tossing to coat the rice evenly; add peas and carrots if using.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg