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Serving spoon resting in a dish of homemade fried rice with chicken, vegetables, and egg

Protein-Packed Fried Rice Recipe

This protein-packed fried rice combines fluffy rice, eggs, vegetables, and your choice of chicken, beef, shrimp, or sausage into a satisfying one-pan meal. It's a great way to transform leftover rice into a flavorful homemade fried rice that's quicker, healthier, and better than takeout.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Sri Lankan
Calories: 275
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cooked rice chilled (preferably day-old)
  • 1 cup cooked protein cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 large eggs scrambled
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 cup onions diced
  • 1/4 cup green beans diced
  • 1/4 cup carrots diced
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce (Maggi is my go-to)
  • 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper optional

Method
 

  1. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat and add the sesame oil.
  2. Add the garlic and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in the carrots and green beans. Cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until they begin to soften.
  5. Add the cooked protein and scrambled eggs. Toss everything together and let it heat through.
  6. Add the cold cooked rice and break up any clumps. Stir-fry for about 4 to 5 minutes, mixing frequently so the rice heats evenly.
  7. Drizzle in the soy sauce and season with salt and black pepper. Toss everything together until the rice is evenly coated.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately while hot.