Classic Fried Rice with Egg and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

A staple Chinese-style fried rice featuring fluffy grains, scrambled eggs, and fresh scallions for a satisfying and authentic comfort meal. This Chinese-inspired rice and grain recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs cooked jasmine rice, vegetable oil, large eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 cups, preferably day-old cooked jasmine rice
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2, beaten large eggs
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1/2 cup chopped scallions
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1/4 tsp white pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Add 2 beaten large eggs and scramble gently until just set but still moist, about 1-2 minutes. Remove eggs and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same pan, add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until heated through and slightly toasted.
5. Step 5: Return the scrambled eggs to the wok along with 1/2 cup chopped scallions, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1/4 tsp white pepper, and 1/2 tsp salt. Toss everything together for 2 minutes until evenly combined and aromatic.
6. Step 6: Serve hot as a flavorful side or main dish.