🍚 Better Than Takeout Fried Rice

This **Better Than Takeout Fried Rice** is flavorful, quick, and loaded with veggies, egg, and tender chicken — all in one pan! A delicious homemade version that beats any restaurant, ready in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked and cooled white rice (preferably day-old)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup diced cooked chicken (or shrimp, tofu, or pork)
• 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots (thawed)
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp white or black pepper
• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prep rice: Use cold, leftover rice for best texture. Break up any clumps.
2. Scramble eggs: Heat 1/2 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok. Pour in eggs and scramble. Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté veggies: Add remaining oil. Cook onion, garlic, and peas/carrots for 2–3 minutes until tender.
4. Add protein: Stir in cooked chicken and heat through.
5. Add rice: Add rice and stir-fry 2–3 minutes until heated and slightly crispy.
6. Season: Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
7. Add eggs back: Fold in scrambled eggs.
8. Garnish and serve: Top with sliced green onions. Serve hot!

Tip: For authentic flavor, use a mix of light and dark soy sauce. Add a splash of rice vinegar or sriracha for extra kick!

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