Description
This Spicy Egg Fried Rice is a quick and flavorful dish combining fluffy scrambled eggs with perfectly stir-fried rice, enhanced by a kick of red pepper flakes and chili paste. Ideal for a speedy weeknight meal, this recipe balances savory, spicy, and aromatic notes with easy-to-find ingredients and simple cooking techniques.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and cooled rice
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or canola)
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon chili paste or sriracha paste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ginger powder
- 2 green onions, sliced, plus more for garnish
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
Instructions
- Scramble the Eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble gently until just set. Remove the eggs from the pan and set aside to keep warm.
- Stir-Fry the Spices and Rice: Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same pan. Stir in red pepper flakes, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the cold rice, breaking up any clumps, and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes to heat through and combine flavors.
- Add Sauce and Eggs: Pour in soy sauce and chili paste or sriracha. Stir well to coat the rice evenly. Return the scrambled eggs to the pan and mix everything together thoroughly.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in the sliced green onions and drizzle with sesame oil if using. Remove from heat and garnish with extra green onions. Serve hot, accompanied by extra chili sauce for those who like additional heat.
Notes
- If using freshly cooked rice, spread it out on a baking sheet and refrigerate or freeze it to chill and dry out slightly, which helps prevent clumping during frying.
- Add chopped vegetables like carrots, peas, or bell peppers, or leftover proteins such as chicken or shrimp for a more filling and nutritious meal.
- Tamari sauce can be used instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free alternative without compromising flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
