How to Make Fried Rice
By Kids Cooking Activities
A simple, kid-friendly fried rice recipe using cooked rice, eggs, and vegetables.
This is a great way to practice basic stovetop skills like stirring, making a well
in the pan, and cooking eggs safely into a meal.
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Category: Side Dish
- Stovetop
- Skill Level: Beginner
Prep: 10 minutes |
Cook: 10 minutes |
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil or vegetable oil
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (plus more to taste)
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
- 3–4 green onions, chopped
- 2 eggs, slightly beaten
- Optional: chopped pork or chicken
Instructions
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add cooked rice and stir to coat with oil. Stir in soy sauce and cook for 1 minute.
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Add peas, carrots, and green onions. Cook 2 minutes, stirring, until heated through.
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Push rice to the sides of the pan to make a well in the center.
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Pour beaten eggs into the center. Cook until eggs begin to set.
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Stir eggs into the rice and cook until eggs are fully cooked.
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Taste and add more soy sauce if desired. Serve hot.
Kid-Friendly Tips
- Kids can help stir rice and vegetables.
- Teach how to make a “well” in the pan for cooking eggs.
- Use day-old rice for the best texture.
Notes
Add cooked chicken or pork for a complete meal. For a classroom-friendly
version, use low-sodium soy sauce and pre-cooked meat.