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Ham Fried Rice

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Published January 16, 2023 Last Updated January 16, 2023 / By Jessica 15 Comments

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Looking for a good recipe for fried rice? Look no further. Our homemade Ham Fried Rice is tried, tested, and kid approved!

Birds eye view of a bowl of fried rice next to a fork and a blue towel. My husband doesn’t even like rice, but he requests this easy ham fried rice all the time. It is such a yummy and unique weeknight meal.

Like our Healthy Buffalo Chicken Bowls, our Slow Cooker Tikka Masala, or our Chicken Tortilla Soup, it is an easy and delicious meal for those busy week nights. 

Ham Fried Rice

We typically eat the homemade fried rice for the main course, but for special occasions I make it as a side to Catalina Chicken and cook up some pot stickers. Either way you serve it, you won’t be disappointed with this garlic fried rice recipe.

The greatest thing about this recipe is that it can be made all in one pan! Can I get a hallelujah for less dishes? I just scramble my eggs then set them aside until its time to add them back in.

Homemade Fried Rice

Before we get to the easy recipe tutorial (and video) let’s answer a few frequently asked questions we get about this ham fried rice. 

Rice, Oil and Green Onions in a frying pan.

Can you use leftover rice for fried rice?

Yes! Homemade fried rice works great if the rice is cold to start, so its a great meal to make with leftover rice! It still reheats well, too. If you have leftover fried rice after making this, our homemade rice pudding is a reader favorite. 

Best rice for fried rice? 

Any type of rice works fine, but we have found that we prefer medium or long grain rice. Jasmine or basmati rice are our favorites because they will not mush or stick together like sushi rice or some other really starchy varieties of rice will. 

How to make fried rice with egg. 

I like to scramble my eggs first and set them aside so I only have to dirty one frying pan. Also, this recipe is very adaptable. If you like more or less egg, feel free to add or take away as needed to get to your desired egg ratio. 

A bowl of ham fried rice next to a blue hand towel and green onions.

Garlic Fried Rice

If you make this ham fried rice recipe and enjoy it, we would love for you to leave us a positive comment and review, they mean so much to us. 

Ham Fried Rice

Homemade fried rice is definitely one of our families very favorite meals. Even the pickiest of eaters will love this recipe. If you love rice, ham and garlic you are in for a treat.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
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Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 396kcal
Author: Pretty Providence

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Ingredients

  • 3 Cups Uncooked Rice
  • 3 Tablespoons Oil
  • 2 Teaspoons Garlic Minced
  • 1-2 Packets Fried Rice Seasoning
  • 1/4 Cup Soy Sauce
  • 4 Eggs
  • 1 Cup Thick Cut Deli Ham Cubed
  • 1 Cup Peas
  • 5 Green Onions Sliced
  • Salt and Pepper To Taste

Instructions

  • Start your rice cooking. While rice is cooking, chop meat and onions into small pieces. Scramble eggs and scoop off onto a plate. I use frozen peas, so I thaw them under some cool water at this point as well.
  • When rice is prepared, heat oil, garlic and onions in your pan. Add rice. 
  • Gradually add in fried rice packet(s) and soy sauce. Once well mixed add all remaining ingredients and salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy! 

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container.

Can you use leftover rice for fried rice?

Yes! Homemade fried rice works great if the rice is cold to start, so its a great meal to make with leftover rice! It still reheats well, too. If you have leftover fried rice after making this, our homemade rice pudding is a reader favorite. 

Best rice for fried rice? 

Any type of rice works fine, but we have found that we prefer medium or long grain rice in our house. Jasmine or basmati rice are our favorites because they will not mush or stick together like sushi rice or some other really starchy varieties of rice will. 

How to make fried rice with egg. 

I like to scramble my eggs first and set them aside so I only have to dirty one frying pan. Also, this recipe is very adaptable. If you like more or less egg, feel free to add or take away as needed to get to your desired egg ratio. 

Nutrition

Calories: 396kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 650mg | Potassium: 245mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 334IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 2mg
Did you make this recipe?Mention @prettyprovidenceblog or tag #prettyprovidence!

A batch of egg fried rice in a skillet with a wooden spoon in it.

The yield is about 8-9 cups. If you are serving as a side you may want to cut the recipe in half, depending on how many you are feeding. 

xo,

jessica-about-1

This post was originally published January 24, 2019 and has been updated with better photos, video and more detailed information. 

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  1. Andie

    January 23, 2023 at 9:14 am

    5 stars
    Yes yes yes! All day, any day YES! Love this recipe so much!

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    • Jessica

      January 23, 2023 at 3:05 pm

      I’m so glad! Thanks Andie!

      Reply
  2. Sharina

    January 21, 2023 at 5:55 am

    5 stars
    I added crispy bacon bits to this fried rice recipe, it was sooo good! My family loves this breakfast with hot chocolate. A great addition to our on-repeat recipes, thanks for this great recipe!

    Reply
  3. Journa Liz Ramirez

    January 21, 2023 at 5:34 am

    5 stars
    Not a fan of peas, so I remove them and put corn instead, I love it! It tasted sooo delicious and enjoyable. Such a great meal!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      January 23, 2023 at 3:05 pm

      Thanks so much Journa, glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  4. Val

    January 20, 2023 at 8:31 pm

    5 stars
    I was looking to switch up my classic chicken rice and ham was surprisingly delicious. Thanks so much for sharing the recipe.

    Reply
    • Jessica

      January 23, 2023 at 3:05 pm

      You are so welcome! Thanks Val.

      Reply
  5. Kellie H.

    January 25, 2019 at 7:54 am

    5 stars
    Such a great way to use up leftover rice!

    Reply
  6. Alli

    January 25, 2019 at 6:07 am

    5 stars
    I adore fried rice! I love finding new ways to make it and this is one of our favorites!

    Reply
  7. Kristyn

    January 24, 2019 at 8:57 pm

    5 stars
    Oh, I could eat fried rice everyday!! Love it & love how easy & quick it is to make!

    Reply
  8. Sommer

    January 24, 2019 at 5:56 pm

    5 stars
    Whenever I’m craving takeout I make this!

    Reply
  9. Anonymous

    August 15, 2012 at 6:40 pm

    After the one comment, I hesitate, but what is a fried rice packet? Never heard of it. Looks yummy and instructions look great!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 15, 2012 at 7:07 pm

      No i’m so glad you asked! A fried rice packet is a seasoning packet for fried rice just like you could buy a packet for spaghetti, pesto, etc. I usually find my fried rice packets on the Asian aisle and they are yellow around the edges! Let me know if you can’t find it and I will try to post a picture. Good luck!

      Reply
  10. Scott Dana

    August 02, 2012 at 3:47 pm

    We grew up with my mom making Fried Rice all the time! So yummy! Thanks for sharing – I’m totally putting this one my menu for next week!

    Reply

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