Dried Chili Fried Rice with Scallions and Egg

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Fragrant rice stir-fried with dried chilies, scallions, and a golden egg, embodying Hunan's bold street food style. This asian-inspired quick meals ready in about 20 minutes pairs cooked jasmine rice, dried red chili, scallions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, 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.

★ 4.1 (11 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Finely chop dried chilies and scallions (white and green parts separated). Whisk eggs in a bowl with a pinch of salt, then heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Pour in beaten eggs, scramble until softly set but still moist, then transfer to a plate and break into small pieces.
  3. Step 3: Add sesame oil to the wok, stir-fry chopped dried chilies for 20 seconds until aromatic, then add rice and stir-fry for 2 minutes until grains separate and lightly toasted.
  4. Step 4: Add scallion whites, soy sauce, and egg pieces, tossing continuously for 3 minutes until rice is evenly coated and heated through. Stir in scallion greens, cook for 1 minute more, then serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Dried Chili Fried Rice with Scallions and Egg take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Dried Chili Fried Rice with Scallions and Egg?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cooked jasmine rice from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Dried Chili Fried Rice with Scallions and Egg?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Dried Chili Fried Rice with Scallions and Egg for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Dried Chili Fried Rice with Scallions and Egg?

Asian quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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