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Firstly, we must say, this First Rate Fried Rice recipe has got to be one of those quintessential meals that feeds the soul and not just the body. In fact, fried rice is basically the soul food in most Asian countries! What's more, there are so many variations of fried rice you can make. It is a simple dish that is often eaten on its own or with another dish. While there are many kinds of vegetables you can use, the two basic ones are carrots and green peas. In addition to adding some pops of color to your dish, the vegetables go a long way in adding flavors and freshness to fried rice. Feel free to jazz up your fried rice with some chopped-up broccoli and mushrooms. Traditionally, fried rice used ingredients leftover from other dishes, leading to countless varieties of the comforting rice dish. Today, the humble fried rice is cooked with a mix of ingredients such as eggs, meat, vegetables or seafood. Usually it is better to cook with a day old rice as it is dryer. This reduces the chances of making fried rice that is too wet and starchy. However, rice that is three to four days old makes for the best textured fried rice you will ever imagine. For more simple Chinese take-out favorites, try out our 5 ingredient Easy Egg Drop Soup! Also, the egg is important to any fried rice! However, there are two schools of thought to this method. You can either fry the beaten egg and cut it into strips to use as a garnish, or scramble the egg and mix it in with the rice. Finally, use the right oil to fry rice. Only when you choose the right oil will you be able to bring out the authentic Asian flavor. Some oils which are suitable for stir-frying are vegetable oil, peanut oil, and palm oil. How To Make First Rate Fried Rice It’s easy to fall into the habit of eating out when time is never on your side. Better than take-out, this first rate Fried Rice recipe is easy, fast and full of flavor. 2 tbsp vegetable oil1/2 cup green peas (frozen)4 cups water2/3 cup chopped baby carrots2 eggs2 cups cooked rice4-5 tablespoons soy sauce Prepare all necessary ingredients beforehand. You will need, 2 cups of cooked rice, 2 large eggs, 4-5 tablespoons of soy sauce, ⅔ cup of chopped baby carrots, 1/2 cup of frozen green peas and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.First, you will need to blanch your vegetables in hot water. Begin by simmering 4 cups of water in a large pot.Drop in your 2/3 cup of chopped baby carrots into your simmering water and allow to boil.Next, combine 1/2 a cup of frozen green peas together with the carrots.Tip: the frozen green peas take less time to plump up so add them a few minutes after dropping in your carrots. Drain your blanched vegetables by pouring it through a colander.Heat a skillet at medium heat. Next, drizzle 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.Drop in your drained vegetables into the heated skillet. Allow to sear gently. Ensure to not burn your vegetables.Add 2 large eggs to the mixture. Using a spatula, scramble the eggs to your preferred consistency.Now time to add in your cooked rice. Break apart any clumps of rice with the flat side of your spatula. Tip: use rice that was cooked the night before for the best results.Spread the cooked rice evenly throughout your skillet. Now, pour in 4-5 tablespoons of soy sauce or to taste. Mix ingredients until completely coated well in soy sauce. Tip: the last thing you want is to bite into a mouthful of salty fried riceServe your first rate fried rice on a platter.Garnish with a sprinkle of scallions and there you have it, folks! So easy to make, it’s perfect for a weekday meal! This is a great dish to make when you have leftovers from the previous night. Got a day-old roasted chicken in the refrigerator? Add it to your first rate fried rice for more protein. Just remove bite sized pieces from your poultry, about ½ a cup. Throw in your chicken meat right before adding the cooked rice into the skillet. Since the chicken is already cooked, you just want to heat it through. Need a little bit of spice in your meal? Add ½ teaspoon of chilli flakes or cayenne pepper for a touch of heat in your fried rice.

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