Ham Fried Rice
Restaurant Ham Fried Rice tastes just like your favorite take-out, but with simple, wholesome ingredients you already have at home!
Servings: 8
Calories: 279kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (sesame oil can also be used)
- 1 small onion or green onion chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1-2 cups ham diced
- 1 cup carrots and peas diced, frozen works great
- 3 eggs
- 3 cups long-grain white rice cooked (leftover rice works best)
- soy sauce to taste
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil (or sesame oil) in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions to the hot oil and stir until clear and light brown. Stir in garlic.
- When garlic is lightly browned, add ham and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add carrots and peas and cook until they are tender.
- Beat eggs together in a small bowl and add eggs to the skillet. Cook until eggs are scrambled and firm.
- Add cooked rice to skillet and mix in thoroughly. Stir in soy sauce, a little at a time. (you can always add more so don't overdo it).
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Notes
- Day-old rice is best for fluffy, restaurant-style fried rice.
- Refrigerate cooked rice overnight if making ahead.
- Use leftover ham from holiday meals for easy prep.
- Add soy sauce gradually so the rice does not get overly salty.
- Swap proteins or add vegetables to make it your own.
- Use low sodium soy sauce, liquid aminos, or tamari for dietary needs.
- Fridge and freezer friendly, so make extra for later.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 253mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1751IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg