Egg Fried Rice with vegetables is a quick and simple dish, full of flavours and a complete meal on its own. The stir-fried Chinese rice dish is an all-time favourite. Veg Fried rice with egg is delicious and filling and holds a special place in my heart.
Chinese style rice with eggs and vegetables is a filling and delicious one pot meal. It’s a no-fuss dish, that you can customize using whatever vegetables you have in your larder. I’m a big fried rice fan and this Chinese rice preparation is so easy to make!
What is Fried Rice?
Fried rice is a staple in Chinese cuisine, originating as a clever way to use leftover rice. Traditionally, it is stir-fried in a wok with a combination of eggs, vegetables, meat, or seafood and seasoned with soy sauce and aromatics. Egg fried rice, a simple yet flavorful variation, highlights the delicate balance of eggs and vegetables, making it a satisfying standalone dish or a perfect side.
Health Benefits of Fried Rice
While fried rice is often seen as an indulgence, making it at home allows you to control ingredients and boost its nutritional value. Here are some benefits:
✅ Rich in Protein – Eggs provide high-quality protein for muscle growth and repair.
✅ Loaded with Vegetables – Carrots, peas, and bell peppers add vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
✅ Energy-Boosting – Rice is a great source of carbohydrates, giving you sustained energy.
✅ Good for Digestion – Garlic and ginger aid digestion and boost metabolism.
✅ Low in Oil – Using minimal oil keeps it healthier than restaurant versions.
Chinese Egg Fried Recipe:
Craving that perfect bowl of Chinese-style egg fried rice? With its fluffy scrambled eggs, crisp-tender vegetables, and fragrant rice infused with soy sauce and garlic, this dish is a timeless comfort food. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or a side dish for your favorite Chinese feast, this homemade egg fried rice is easy, delicious, and packed with flavor. The best part? It’s healthier than takeout and takes just 20 minutes to prepare!
Rice mixed with eggs and vegetables is a great basic recipe that you can modify to suit your palate. It’s easy, quick and pleasing. Serve rice tossed with stir fry veggies and eggs as a side with sweet and sour chicken or chilli chicken.
How to make egg fried rice:
- Ever wondered how to make egg fried rice Chinese style? Well, it’s pretty easy. To make this simple Chinese Stir Fry recipe, boil the rice till its 3/4th cooked. The rice needs to be fluffy and each grain should be separate.
- Heat oil in a pan and scramble the eggs till almost done, but still slightly moist, and remove.
- Add grated ginger, garlic and chopped onions and stir-fry on high heat.
- Toss in an assortment of finely chopped vegetables (carrots, French Beans, capsicums, spring onions) and stir fry.
- Tip in the scrambled eggs, seasoning and sauces and mix well.
- Lastly, put in the rice and toss well so that it gets coated with all the flavours.
- Serve Chinese Egg and Veggies Rice with Chilli Chicken.
If you are searching for more delicious rice recipes, then do try out Pudina Rice
Serving Suggestions for Egg Fried Rice
🍛 As a Standalone Meal – Enjoy it as a quick, balanced dish.
🍗 With Chinese Main Courses – Pair it with Kung Pao Chicken, Chili Garlic Tofu, or Szechuan Stir-Fried Vegetables.
🥢 With Soup – Serve alongside Hot and Sour Soup or Sweet Corn Soup for a comforting meal.
🌶 With Extra Spice – Add chili oil or sriracha for a fiery kick.
Variations for Fried Rice with Eggs and Vegetables
🔥 Spicy Egg Fried Rice – Add chopped green chilies or a spoonful of chili garlic sauce.
🥦 Healthy Version – Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
🍤 Protein-Packed Fried Rice – Add shrimp, chicken, or tofu for extra protein.
🍍 Hawaiian Twist – Toss in pineapple chunks for a sweet-savory contrast.
🍛 Curry-Flavored Fried Rice – Mix in curry powder for an Indian-Chinese fusion dish.
Tips for Perfect Chinese Style Rice With Eggs
✔ Use Cold Rice – Fresh rice tends to be sticky; day-old rice gives the best texture.
✔ High Heat Cooking – Stir-frying on high heat prevents sogginess and enhances flavor.
✔ Cook Eggs Separately – This keeps them fluffy and prevents overcooking.
✔ Use a Wok – A large wok allows for even cooking and proper heat distribution.
✔ Don’t Overload with Sauce – Too much soy sauce makes rice mushy; add gradually.
Rice Tossed With Veggies and Eggs Recipe details:
Egg Fried Rice
Ingredients
- Rice – 1 cup
- Garlic – ½ tbsp, finely minced
- Ginger – ½ tbsp, finely minced
- Onions – ½ cup, finely chopped
- Carrots – ½ cup, finely chopped
- French Beans – ½ cup, finely chopped
- Capsicum – ½ cup, finely chopped
- Spring Onions – ¼ cup
- Eggs - 2
- Oil – 3 tbsp
- Salt to taste
- Soya Sauce – 1 tsp
- Vinegar – 1 tsp
- Chilli Sauce – 1 tsp
- Pepper – ½ tsp
- Ajinomoto – a pinch
Instructions
- Wash rice and soak in water for 30 minutes. Rinse and boil till ¾ done. Run under cold water and work 1 tbsp oil into the rice and leave it to drain in a colander.
- Heat ½ tbsp of oil in a pan. Break eggs in it, sprinkle salt and scramble. Remove and keep aside.
- Heat the remaining oil in the pan. Once it heats up, add minced ginger and garlic. Saute.
- Put in the chopped onions and stir on high heat till they turn translucent.
- Next add the chopped carrots and French beans. Sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the chopped capsicums and stir well. Toss in a little of the chopped spring onions. Mix well.
- Add the scrambled eggs. Combine well.
- Mix in pepper powder, ajinomoto, salt. Stir well. Add soya sauce, vinegar and chilli sauce. Mix well.
- Put in the rice and toss well. Sprinkle some chopped spring onions on top and remove.
- Serve Egg Fried Rice with Chilli Chicken.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the rice is thoroughly cooled or refrigerate before cooking.
- You can use any vegetable of your choice - carrots, French beans, corn, capsicum, peas or zucchini. But the more vegetables you use, the more is the moisture that will ooze out. So to prevent ending up with soggy fried rice limit the veggies to 1 cup for every 2 cups of rice
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