Easy Egg Fried Rice (How To Make Egg Fried Rice Like Chinese Takeaway)
Learn how to make egg fried rice like Chinese takeaway at home using these easy and simple steps. This egg fried rice recipe is easy, simple, and delicious, fluffy fragrant jasmine rice, and scrambled egg, all stir-fried together in a delicious savory umami sauce. It is the perfect quick and easy meal for any night of the week! Serve with Chinese curry sauce, salt and pepper chicken, or cashew chicken.
How to make egg fried rice like Chinese takeaway
This quick and delicious rice dish is packed with flavor, made in one pan, and can be ready in just 5 minutes.
When I order Chinese or Indian takeaway, I skip the rice. I can easily make it at home while waiting for the rest of my order. Homemade rice is simple, healthy, and customizable. Once you learn this Chinese takeaway side dish recipe, you’ll keep making it again and again.
I didn’t use Chinese 5-spice for this recipe as it is the basic egg fried rice and the aim is that you should be able to make it yourself regardless of where you are reading this from. No doubt it adds extra flavor to the rice but it is not a deal breaker if you will be serving the rice with other Chinese dishes.
Keep in mind that Chinese 5 spice seasoning is pungent and can easily overpower a dish if the correct measurement is not used.
This vegetarian recipe can be made gluten-free by using a soy sauce alternative. You can find this in the Asian aisle of your supermarket or on amazon. Here in the UK, Kikkoman Tamari Gluten Free Soy Sauce is a popular option.
Related recipes: Leftover turkey fried rice, cumin rice and garlic butter rice.
What you will need to make egg fried rice
You only need the following 5 ingredients to make this simple homemade egg fried rice. Please feel free to throw in as much veg as you like. Just make sure to cook accordingly so that you don’t overcook the dish
Cold leftover cooked jasmine rice: this is day-old rice that was cooled and stored in the fridge until needed. Using day-old rice will guarantee that the fried rice is not mushy. You can substitute jasmine rice with long grain rice.
Eggs
Vegetable oil
Spring onions, it is also known as green onions or scallions
Soy sauce
Chinese 5 spice: this is optional and I don’t always use it, especially when I am pairing the side with other Chinese dishes is made with the spice already.
Salt to taste: I only used a pinch to season the eggs, you can skip this if you prefer.
How to cook egg fried rice like Chinese Takeaway
Crack the eggs into a bowl, season with a pinch of salt, and lightly beat until combined. Set aside.
Heat up a wok or frying pan over high heat until hot, add oil and swirl to coat.
Add the beaten eggs to the hot oil and scramble until they are just set. Make sure to break the scrambled eggs into small pieces.
Add the cooked rice into the wok and stir to combine.
Stir in the soy sauce and Chinese 5-spice powder (if using)
Toss in the spring onions and give everything a final stir until heated through. Taste and add salt accordingly if need be. Serve immediately with your favorite Chinese dishes.
How to store leftover egg fried rice
This dish is best served fresh, however, if you have any leftovers, store it in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Tips
As I mentioned above, you can easily customize this recipe to suit your need or with whatever veggies you have in your fridge.
- Swap the eggs for shrimp, shredded beef, pork, or diced chicken.
- To make this dish spicy, stir fry with red chili pepper or red pepper flakes.
- For a low-carb option, swap rice for cauliflower rice, and make sure to follow the same procedure so that the cauliflower doesn’t turn out soggy.
- If you don’t have leftover rice, you can cook the rice as needed and cool it quickly using this method: spread the cooked rice on a baking tray, air dry for 15 minutes and place it in the freezer for another 10-15 minutes until cooled. Alternatively, use store-bought precooked rice if you can’t be bothered to cook rice from scratch.
- If you have leftovers, stir in into sauteed leeks or sauteed broccoli.
Easy Egg Fried Rice (How To Make Egg Fried Rice Like Chinese Takeaway)
Equipment
- wok or frying pan
Ingredients
- 4 cups day old cooked jasmine rice
- 3 large eggs
- 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 spring onions (scallions) use both white and green parts
- 1 Tablespoon soy sauce or as needed
- 1/2 teaspoon Chinese 5 spice optional
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Crack the eggs into a bowl, season with a pinch of salt, and lightly beat until combined. Set aside.
- Heat up a wok or frying pan over high heat until hot, add oil and swirl to coat.
- Add the beaten eggs to the hot oil and scramble until they are just set. Make sure to break the scrambled eggs into small pieces.
- Add the cooked rice into the wok and stir to combine.
- Stir in the soy sauce and Chinese 5-spice powder (if using)
- Toss in the spring onions and give everything a final stir until heated through. Taste and add salt accordingly if need be. Serve immediately with your favorite Chinese dishes. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutritional data: Please note that the nutrition label provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Under no circumstances will thedinnerbite.com be responsible for any loss or damage resulting for your reliance on nutritional information.
FAQs
Can I make it without soy sauce
Yes, you can make this recipe without soy sauce however the end result will be a lot less flavorful. If you plan on leaving out the soy sauce, I would suggest upping the amount of salt used.
Do I have to use day-old rice
No, you don’t have to use day-old rice but it is highly recommended if you want the best results. If you are short on time, cook the rice as needed and cool it quickly using this method: spread the cooked rice on a baking tray, air dry for 15 minutes and place it in the freezer for another 10-15 minutes until cooled.
Can you reheat egg fried rice
Yes, you can reheat this dish however it is best if you reheat it in a pan on the stove over low-medium heat. Add a splash of water (oil/butter/broth) to the rice to aid in the reheating process and stir frequently until heated through. If you are short on time, you can also reheat in the microwave or the air fryer using the same method. It is important that the rice is piping hot before eating it and only reheat it once to avoid food-borne illnesses.
Is egg fried rice gluten-free
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free as long as you use gluten-free soy sauce. You can also leave out the soy sauce altogether if you are Celiac or have a gluten intolerance.
How many calories are in egg-fried rice
This recipe is relatively low in calories, each serving is about 250 calories. This will vary depending on what type of rice you use and how much oil you use while cooking.
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And there you have it, a simple and delicious Chinese egg fried rice recipe that you can make at home in under 10 minutes. As always, if you made this recipe, I would love to hear from you! Kindly rate the recipe 5 star and leave me feedback in the comment section below. Tag me @thedinnerbite on Instagram and save it away to your Pinterest. Please subscribe to the blog if you haven’t for free new recipes in your inbox
Absolutely so like a real takeaway egg fried rice. I will be making this often. I used sesame seed oil but no Chinese 5 spice. Yummy 😋
Yay! Thanks, Suzanne. I am glad you enjoyed this recipe and thank you for the feedback