Golden Garlic Fried Rice with Butter and Scallions
This golden garlic fried rice is rich and comforting, made with butter, fragrant garlic, and fresh scallions for a simple dinner that feels extra special.
Equipment
- Large skillet or wide sauté pan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Small bowl
- Measuring Spoons
- Chef knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Fried Rice
- 3 cups cooked rice cold and preferably day old
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
For Finishing
- 3 green onions thinly sliced
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and olive oil and let them melt together until glossy.
- Add the minced garlic and cook briefly, stirring constantly, until fragrant and softened.
- Push the garlic to the side and pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble gently until just cooked.
- Add the cold rice and break up any clumps. Stir until the rice is coated in the buttery garlic mixture.
- Drizzle in the soy sauce, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and evenly golden.
- Remove from heat and fold in the sliced scallions just before serving.
Notes
Cold rice helps the grains stay separate. Use unsalted butter to better control seasoning, and add scallions at the end for freshness.