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Ham Fried Rice

Delicious Ham Fried Rice That Turns Leftovers into Joy

This Ham Fried Rice turns leftovers into a quick and easy meal, combining flavorful ham, colorful veggies, and fluffy eggs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 4 cups Cooked White Rice Best with day-old rice
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Can substitute with canola oil
For the Eggs
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten until slightly frothy
  • ½ teaspoon Toasted Sesame Oil Can substitute with olive oil
For the Protein
  • 1 cup Diced Ham Use leftover or deli ham
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Carrots Finely diced
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can swap for shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • ½ cup Frozen Peas Thawed before use
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Sliced, use both white and green parts
For Flavor
  • ¼ cup Coconut Aminos or Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Adds umami flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Optional

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ham Fried Rice
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, toasted sesame oil, and a pinch of sea salt until slightly frothy.
  2. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat, adding vegetable oil and toasted sesame oil. Allow the oils to shimmer.
  3. Add the finely diced carrots and sauté for about 3 minutes. Then, add the yellow onion and cook another 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. In the same skillet, add the diced ham and sauté for 3 minutes until crispy. Transfer the ham to the plate with vegetables.
  5. Add more oil if needed, pour in the egg mixture, and scramble for about 2 minutes until set.
  6. Add a splash of vegetable oil, then add the cooked white rice. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes, stirring to crisp the rice.
  7. Combine the sautéed ham, veggies, scrambled eggs, thawed peas, and sliced green onions into the skillet with the rice. Stir gently for about 3 minutes.
  8. Drizzle low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos over the mixture and adjust seasoning to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using day-old rice gives the best texture. Consider varying the vegetables for added nutrients.

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