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.
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!
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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.