Frozen Veggie Fried Rice (Printable)

A quick dish blending frozen veggies, fluffy eggs, and savory soy for a hearty, tasty meal.

# Components:

→ Rice

01 - 2 cups cooked and chilled white rice (preferably day-old)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 ½ cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)

→ Eggs

03 - 2 large eggs

→ Aromatics

04 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 green onions, sliced (optional)

→ Seasonings & Sauces

07 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
08 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
09 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

10 - Sesame seeds
11 - Extra sliced green onions

# Method:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
02 - Add frozen mixed vegetables to the pan and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until heated through.
03 - Push vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the empty side, then crack in the eggs. Gently scramble until just set.
04 - Add chilled cooked rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps. Mix all ingredients thoroughly.
05 - Drizzle soy sauce and toasted sesame oil over the rice. Sprinkle black pepper and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until rice is hot and evenly coated.
06 - Add sliced green onions if using, stir to combine, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes for a speedy meal
  • Uses convenient frozen veggies and day-old rice to minimize prep
02 -
  • Leftover rice yields the best fried rice texture as it is less sticky
  • This dish contains egg and soy, so always verify soy sauce ingredients for allergies
03 -
  • Add diced tofu or chicken for extra protein
  • A dash of chili sauce turns up the heat for spice lovers
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