Ham Fried Rice Recipe
Ham fried rice is a great way to use leftover rice, combining simple ingredients for a quick and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cold cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
- ¾ cup leftover ham diced
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup carrot diced
- ½ cup peas fresh or thawed
- 3 green onions chopped
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or gluten-free soy sauce
- 4 tbsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep ingredients – Dice ham, chop veggies, and thaw peas if frozen.
- Cook eggs – Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil, scrambled eggs, and set aside.
- Sauté ham and vegetables – Add 1 tbsp sesame oil, and cook 3-4 minutes until lightly browned.
- Fry the rice – Add cold rice with 1 tbsp sesame oil stir for 3-4 minutes to prevent clumps.
- Combine everything – Mix in eggs, soy sauce, and green onions. Stir well.
- Final touches – Adjust salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Notes
- Leftover rice from the refrigerator works best for texture.
- Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in a skillet to keep the rice from getting mushy.