Easy Ginger Fried Rice (10-Minute Better Than Takeout Recipe)
Make this easy Ginger Fried Rice in just 10 minutes with leftover rice, fresh ginger, garlic, and simple pantry ingredients. A quick weeknight meal that’s better than takeout.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or neutral cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger julienned
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- 4 cups day-old cooked jasmine rice
- 2 tablespoons tamari or low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce optional
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- 3 green onions thinly sliced
Instructions
- Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the cooking oil and sesame oil.
- Once hot, add the garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic brown.
- Push the aromatics to one side of the pan and pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble until they’re just set.
- Add the cold cooked rice, breaking up any clumps with your spatula.
- Pour in the tamari and fish sauce, then continue stir-frying for 2 to 3 minutes until the rice is evenly coated and heated through.
- Season with white pepper and stir in the green onions.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use day-old rice. Cold rice separates easily and gives you the best fried rice texture.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan. If doubling the recipe, cook in batches for the best results.
- Make it a meal. Add cooked chicken, shrimp, tofu, or edamame for an easy protein boost.