Description
Delightful American Fried Rice brings together beloved comfort flavors in one spectacular dish, combining classic ingredients with unexpected twists. Crispy rice, juicy proteins, and colorful vegetables create a satisfying meal you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 sunny-side-up eggs
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion
- 1 cup frozen carrot, pea, and corn medley
- 1 garlic clove
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare a large nonstick skillet and warm it over medium heat, drizzling vegetable oil across the surface.
- Gently sauté diced onions until they transform into translucent, tender morsels, approximately 7-10 minutes.
- Introduce the colorful vegetable medley, aromatic minced garlic, and sweet raisins to the skillet, allowing them to release their fragrant essence for about 30 seconds.
- Incorporate the pre-cooked rice, using a spatula to carefully separate and distribute any clustered grains.
- Enhance the flavor profile by thoroughly blending ketchup, soy sauce, and black pepper throughout the rice mixture.
- Elevate the texture by increasing heat to medium-high and allowing the rice to develop golden, crispy edges for 3-5 minutes.
- Present the dish immediately, crowning it with perfectly cooked sunny-side-up eggs and crispy, caramelized ham slices for a delightful finishing touch.
Notes
- Customize the vegetable mix based on seasonal availability or personal preference for varied textures and flavors.
- Toast the rice slightly before adding other ingredients to enhance its nutty aroma and prevent sogginess.
- Opt for day-old refrigerated rice to achieve a better texture and prevent clumping during cooking.
- Experiment with alternative protein sources like tofu or chicken for dietary flexibility and different taste profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 437 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg