Simple Scallion and Egg Fried Rice
Super Easy Solo Meal Recommendation: How to Make Scallion and Egg Fried Rice
When I’m home alone, I often make fried rice for a quick and satisfying meal. There’s really no other one-bowl dish that’s as fast and easy to make while still being filling. I’ve tried many different fried rice recipes, but the easiest one is this Scallion and Egg Fried Rice. I used to make this a lot when I lived alone because, you know, most solo dwellers have scallions and eggs in their fridge, right? Or maybe not…? I always did. I also had other ingredients besides scallions and eggs. While other people might eat out or order delivery, I preferred to cook for myself. With basic ingredients like scallions and eggs, you can create a delicious meal, especially when you add oyster sauce! Let me show you how to make this simple Scallion and Egg Fried Rice right now.
Ingredients
- 1 bowl of cooked rice
- 2 eggs
- 1 scallion
- 3 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thinly slice the scallion into approximately 0.3cm thick pieces, separating the white and green parts. Thinly slicing helps distribute the scallion’s fragrance evenly during cooking.
Step 2
Crack the 2 eggs into a bowl. Use a fork or whisk to beat them thoroughly, ensuring the egg whites and yolks are well combined and any stringy bits are broken down. This ensures a smoother texture.
Step 3
Preheat a pan over medium heat, then add 3 Tbsp of cooking oil. Add the sliced scallions and stir-fry until they release their subtle, sweet aroma. Be careful not to burn them.
Step 4
Once the scallions are fragrant, pour the beaten eggs into the pan around the edges. As the eggs begin to set, stir them gently with chopsticks or a spatula, as if making scrambled eggs. Cook until they are just set but still soft and moist.
Step 5
When the eggs are about 70% cooked, add 1 bowl of cooked rice and 1 Tbsp of oyster sauce. Stir-fry everything together, breaking up any clumps of rice, until the ingredients are well combined and heated through.
Step 6
After mixing all ingredients, drizzle in 1 Tbsp of sesame oil. Stir-fry for a few more seconds to incorporate the nutty aroma. Avoid overcooking at this stage, as the sesame oil’s fragrance can dissipate.
Step 7
Remove the pan from the heat. Sprinkle 1 Tbsp of toasted sesame seeds over the fried rice. Your delicious Scallion and Egg Fried Rice is now ready to enjoy! It’s best served immediately while hot.
