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Restaurant-Style Fried Rice

Recipe by Bon Appétit on YouTubeAdded 11 November 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. A sizzling restaurant‑style fried rice that’s crisp, buttery, and packed with vegetables. The hot wok and quick‑cook technique give each grain a perfect bite, while soy sauce and butter add savory depth.

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Method

  1. Heat a wok over high heat until it is smoking hot, then add oil and let it heat instantly.

  2. Add the chopped onion and stir‑fry until softened, about 2 minutes.

  3. Push the onion to the side of the wok, add the beaten eggs and scramble quickly until just set, ensuring they do not sit on top of the rice.

  4. Add the cooked rice, peas, diced carrots, and sliced scallions, stirring constantly to keep everything moving and to heat the rice evenly.

  5. Season with salt and a pinch of MSG, mixing well to distribute the seasoning.

  6. Drizzle soy sauce around the edge of the wok, allowing it to caramelize briefly, then stir it into the rice for flavor and color.

  7. Just before finishing, add a small knob of butter and toss to give the fried rice a glossy shine.

  8. Serve immediately while the rice is hot and steaming.

Tips while you cook

Preheat wok fully
Heat the wok until it is smoking hot before adding oil.
Separate onion and eggs
Push the softened onion to the side before adding beaten eggs.
Caramelize soy sauce
Drizzle soy sauce around the wok’s edge and let it caramelize briefly before mixing it in.

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