We all love quick and easy recipes that can be made in less than 30 minutes! If you’re looking for more easy recipes you may enjoy this Black Bean Quesadilla, Chicken Caesar Wraps, and Pulled Pork Nachos.
What I LOVE about this recipe:
Main dish or side dish. Most people think of fried rice as a side dish served with Chinese food. This could absolutely be served that way (like with this general tso’s chicken or this kung pao chicken), BUT, it also has all of the makings of a great main dish.Kid and family approved. It’s completely delicious and my whole family–toddlers included–asked for seconds.Use that leftover rice. The key with great fried rice is to use cold leftover rice. If you try to use fresh hot rice it will get clumpy and stick together.
How to Make Ham Fried Rice:
- Cook eggs. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or frying pan. Beat the eggs in a small bowl and add to the pan when the oil is hot. Stir gently with a wooden spoon just until cooked. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- Sauté veggies and ham. Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan. Add peas, carrots and ham and sauté for several minutes. Remove to the bowl with the eggs.
- Fry rice. Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan over medium high heat. When the oil is hot, add the rice and toss every 30 seconds until it’s lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Combine. Add the chicken stock, soy sauce and green onion and toss to combine.
Dietary Restrictions and Adaptations:
Gluten free: This ham fried rice is pretty much gluten free by nature but many soy sauces include gluten so be sure to find a gluten free soy sauce.Vegetarian: for vegetarian ham fried rice, sub small bits of sautéed tofu or simply add additional vegetables and omit the ham.Sub Brown rice: Sub cooked brown rice at a 1:1 ratio for a healthier ham fried rice.Add vegetables: consider adding additional vegetables including sauteed onions, asparagus, broccoli, bell peppers, etc.
Make Ahead And Freezing Instructions:
To make ahead: Use leftover, cooked rice that can be prepared and refrigerated several days ahead of time. To freeze: Allow ham fried rice to cool completely and store it in a freezer safe bag, pushing all the air out before zipping closed. Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw in the refrigerator overnight before rewarming.
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