Fried Rice
Source: Food Network
3 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil
2 large eggs, lightly beaten with a pinch of kosher salt
4 scallions (white,greens) , thinly sliced
1/4 cup minced carrot
1 large clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1/2 cup mushrooms
Pinch red chile flakes
2 tablespoons soy sauce (more to taste)
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
3 cups cooked long-grain rice, well chilled
1 cup cooked meat cut in 1/4-inch cubes, such as pork, ham, beef, or chicken
opt: 1/2 cup frozen peas, defrosted in a strainer at room temperature
Heat 3T peanut or vegetable oil over high heat. Add the scallions and carrots and stir-fry for 1 1/2 minutes.
Add the garlic, ginger, mushrooms, and chile, stir-fry for 1 minute more.
Add the soy sauce, sesame oil and rice and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes.
Add the meat, peas, cook til heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
Push all to the side of skillet, cook eggs til firm, stir into rice. Serve immediately.
Cindy's note - for a healthier option, use farro in place of rice.