Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 unit

eggs

beaten

1 tbsp

butter

3 tbsp

cooking oil

0.5 cup

scallions

sliced

4 cup

cold cooked rice

cold

2 tbsp

soy sauce

0.5 tsp

sugar

1 cup

diced ham

diced

Step 1
~2 min

Beat eggs in a bowl.

Step 2
~2 min

Melt butter in a skillet.

Step 3
~2 min

Scramble beaten eggs in butter and set aside.

Step 4
~2 min

Cut scrambled eggs into small pieces.

Step 5
~2 min

In a large skillet, heat cooking oil.

Step 6
~2 min

Stir in sliced scallions and cooked rice.

Step 7
~2 min

Stir quickly to coat rice with oil.

Step 8
~2 min

Mix in the soy sauce, sugar, and cooked ham.

Step 9
~2 min

Stir in scrambled eggs.

Step 10
~2 min

Heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use day-old rice for best results.

Adjust soy sauce to taste.

Add other vegetables like peas, carrots, or corn.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Rice can be cooked ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish or main course.

Pair with egg rolls or spring rolls.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Egg rolls
Spring rolls
Wonton soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

China

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in many Chinese households and restaurants.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Lunar New Year

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Lunch
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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