Chinese Fried Rice (炒饭)

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked rice (day-old)
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup diced char siu or cooked chicken
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Instructions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove and set aside.
2. Add remaining oil to the wok. Stir-fry onion and garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add frozen peas and carrots, stir-fry until vegetables are tender, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the day-old rice, breaking up any clumps. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until rice is heated through.
5. Add char siu or chicken, scrambled eggs, and green onions (reserve some for garnish).
6. Season with soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
7. Garnish with remaining green onions and serve hot.