How to Cook Fried Rice Step by Step With Pictures
In this post, I will guide you through how to cook fried rice step by step with pictures to ensure you get it just right and delicious without going for catering training!
Equipment
- A large frying pan or non stick pot
- A wooden spoon or spatula
- A chopping board
- A sharp knife
Ingredients
- Cooked rice preferably a day old for the best texture
- Vegetables carrots, peas, sweet corn, and green beans
- diced chicken shrimp, or beef (optional)
- Eggs for scrambled eggs
- small onion chopped
- cloves of garlic minced
- soy sauce
- curry powder
- Thyme
- seasoning cubes or powder
- Salt
- Black pepper optional
- Vegetable oil or any cooking oil of your choice
- Spring onions chopped
- Slices of fresh tomatoes
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients
- Chop your vegetables: Dice the carrots, green beans, and onions into small, even pieces.
- Cook your protein: If you’re using chicken, shrimp, or beef, season it lightly with salt and pepper, then sauté in a little oil until fully cooked. Set it aside.
- Beat the eggs: In a bowl, whisk the eggs and set aside for scrambling later.
- Cook the Rice
- If you don’t already have cooked rice:
- Wash 3 cups of rice thoroughly to remove excess starch.
- Parboil the rice until it's almost cooked (soft but not mushy).
- Drain the water and set the rice aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a frying pan or wok over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped onions. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the diced carrots, peas, and green beans. Stir and cook for about 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
- 4.Scramble the Eggs
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pan.
- Pour the whisked eggs into the empty side and let them set slightly.
- Stir and break the eggs into small pieces as they cook. Mix them with the vegetables.
- Add the Rice
- Add the cooked rice to the pan. Use a wooden spoon to mix it evenly with the vegetables and eggs.
- Drizzle the soy sauce over the rice and stir to combine. The soy sauce gives the fried rice its signature flavor and color.
- Season the Rice
- Sprinkle curry powder, thyme, seasoning cubes, and a pinch of salt over the rice.
- Mix thoroughly to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
- Add the Protein
- If you are using chicken, shrimp, or beef, add it back into the pan.
- Stir everything together and let it cook for 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle chopped spring onions on top for a fresh touch.
- Serve your fried rice hot with slices of fresh tomatoes or a side of grilled chicken.
Notes
Cooking fried rice is easy and amusing. By following these steps, you will achieve a mouthwatering colorful dish that everybody will want. Be it for the family, wedding or for the party, this dish will always win hearts. Now try it out today, and have your own innovations with any ingredients of your choice.