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Perfect Restaurant-Style Egg Fried Rice with Wok Hei

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Experience the delightful flavors of traditional Chinese cuisine with our Perfect Restaurant-Style Egg Fried Rice with Wok Hei. This quick and easy recipe transforms leftover jasmine rice into a vibrant dish packed with aromatic ingredients and colorful vegetables, all enhanced by the authentic smoky flavor of wok hei. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this egg fried rice is customizable with your choice of proteins and veggies, making it a versatile addition to any meal. Get ready to savor every bite of this comforting dish that brings restaurant-quality dining right to your home!

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups cooked jasmine rice (day-old)
  • 5 large eggs
  • 3 green onions
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup carrots (diced)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple vinegar
  • Sesame seeds for sprinkling
  • 1/2 cup cooked chicken or beef (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare day-old jasmine rice by ensuring it’s separated and at room temperature.
  2. Beat eggs with salt and cornstarch until smooth. Heat a wok over high heat, add vegetable oil, pour in the eggs, scramble quickly until just set, then remove from the wok.
  3. Wipe the wok clean, heat again until smoking hot, and add more vegetable oil. Stir-fry minced garlic and ginger for about 10 seconds.
  4. Add the day-old rice to the hot wok; break up clumps while stir-frying for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Push rice to one side; add diced carrots and stir-fry for about 1 minute before mixing in frozen peas.
  6. Drizzle soy sauce and dark soy sauce evenly over everything; toss constantly to mix well.
  7. Return scrambled eggs to the wok, breaking them into smaller pieces while mixing in white pepper and sugar if desired.
  8. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.

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