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Plate of garlic fried rice with egg and scallions, served on a beige napkin with wooden spoons

Quick Garlic Fried Rice in One Pan

Giulia, a passionate food enthusiast at Eat Every Slice, smiling in a bright kitchen filled with fresh ingredients and Italian-American inspiration.Giulia M.
This quick garlic fried rice in one pan is an easy, comforting meal made with simple pantry ingredients and minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine Asian Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 330 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wide sauté pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Chef knife
  • Cutting Board

Ingredients
  

Fried Rice

  • 3 cups cooked rice cold and preferably day old
  • 2 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

  • 2 green onions thinly sliced

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and olive oil and let them melt together.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook briefly, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
  • Push the garlic slightly to the side and pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble gently until just set.
  • Add the cold rice and break up any clumps. Stir to combine with the garlic and eggs.
  • Drizzle in the soy sauce and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and lightly golden.
  • Remove from heat, finish with green onions, and serve warm.

Notes

Cold rice gives the best texture. For extra depth, add a small splash of sesame oil just before serving.
Keyword Easy Weeknight Rice, Garlic Fried Rice, One-Pan Dinner, Quick Fried Rice