15-Minute Veggie Fried Rice

Name: 15-Minute Veggie Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3–4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked rice (day-old preferred); 2 tbsp neutral oil; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp sesame oil; 2 green onions, sliced; Pinch salt + pepper

3–4 servings • Prep: 15 min • Cook: 0 min • Total: 15 min

Use day-old rice for best texture; freezer veggies keep it weeknight-easy.

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Recipe Facts

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

Total time15 min

Servings3–4

DifficultyEasy

CategoryRice

Ingredients

3 cups cooked rice (day-old preferred)
2 tbsp neutral oil
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
2 green onions, sliced
Pinch salt + pepper

Instructions

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add eggs, scramble, and remove.
Add remaining oil. Stir-fry frozen veggies 3–4 minutes.
Add rice, breaking up clumps; stir-fry until heated through.
Return eggs to pan. Season with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
Top with green onions and serve.

Notes & Substitutions

Add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein. Swap soy sauce for tamari if needed.

AI Twist

Stir in 1 tbsp kimchi or chili crisp for a savory, spicy boost.

Nutrition

Estimated values per serving. Actual nutrition varies with brands and portion sizes.