Here’s another authentic and ridiculously simple recipe I had to share with you here at SKS! It’s one of those quick, comforting dishes that comes together in just minutes—and tastes like home. I love this one so much because it reminds me of my parents and how, no matter how busy life got, we always made time to sit down and eat together. Even on hectic days, this fried rice brought us around the table.

A plate of authentic fried rice with peas, carrots and eggs on top.
Once rice has turned a golden brown and is now fragrant, it is time to serve and enjoy

I’ve never seen anyone else make fried rice quite like this, but trust me—it works. I got you!

Ingredients are laid out for the fried rice

Ingredients for the Best Fried Rice

This might be one of the easiest (and tastiest) recipes I’ve ever made. And here’s a bonus: it’s totally soy-free, which is a huge plus over your usual takeout!

Cooked Rice
Yep, you’ll need leftover rice! Not only is this recipe delicious, but it’s also a smart way to use up leftovers and reduce waste. Freshly made rice tends to be too sticky—cold, day-old rice gives you that perfect fried rice texture.

Frozen Peas
These add a sweet pop of color and flavor with zero effort. No need to shell anything—just toss in a handful. Only have fresh peas? Go ahead and use them—just cook for 2–3 extra minutes until tender.

Chopped Carrots
Carrots bring a subtle crunch and that beautiful orange color. Baby carrots, regular carrots, frozen chopped—whatever you have works!

Coconut Aminos
This is my go-to soy sauce alternative. It’s less salty and a little sweeter, which gives your fried rice a lovely depth of flavor. My mom and I tested both soy sauce and coconut aminos—and honestly, if you’re good with soy, either will work. But I personally love the flavor coconut aminos brings!

Eggs
This is where the magic happens. My mom’s secret? Separate the egg yolks and whites—you’ll see why in just a second!

How to Make the Best Fried Rice

First, the trick of this authentic fried rice is the separation of eggs!

Step by step instruction on how to make authentic fried rice.
Seperate the egg white and egg yolk. Drop the two egg whites in a bowl.
Step by step instruction on how to make authentic fried rice.
And drop the egg yolk in the cooked rice.
Step by step instruction on how to make authentic fried rice.
Stir in the egg yokl with the cooked rice.
Step by step instruction on how to make authentic fried rice.
Mix until the rice is thoroughly coated.

This step will make sure the rice is rich and velvety and comes out to be a golden color once cooked.

Then now we will cook the egg white seperately.

Step by step instruction on how to make authentic fried rice.
In a pan, heat 1 – 2 tbsp of cooking oil.
Step by step instruction on how to make authentic fried rice.
Add in the egg whites.
Step by step instruction on how to make authentic fried rice.
As soon as the egg whites are cooked, remove it from the pan and set aside.

After the egg white is cooked and removed from the pan, you may need 1 to 2 additional tablespoons of cooking oil to ensure the yolk covered rice does not stick to the pan.

Step by step instruction on how to make authentic fried rice.
In the same pan, saute the chopped scallion over medium heat for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
Step by step instruction on how to make authentic fried rice.
Add in the peas and carrots. Cook for 2 – 3 minutes or until carrots are slightly tender.
Step by step instruction on how to make authentic fried rice.
Push the carros and peas aside and add in the rice.
Step by step instruction on how to make authentic fried rice.
Add in coconut aminos, onion powder, and continously stir the rice for about 4 -5 minutes.
Step by step instruction on how to make authentic fried rice.
Add in the egg whites. Add additional salt to taste and stir well.

Salt your rice to your preference. In all the Chinese recipes, we like to say “a little bit of this”, “a little bit of that” since it’s all to the chefs’ taste.

I used about 1/4 tsp additional salt. If you choose to use soy sauce instead of coconut aminos, you may not need extra salt because soy sauce is saltier than coconut aminos.

Optional Add-Ins for Fried Rice

Want to mix it up? Try adding:

Tofu or tempeh for a plant-based option

Bell peppers or water chestnuts for crunch

Shrimp, chicken, or salmon for protein

You can serve up the rice in the base of your bowl and build your meal around it or on top of it. I also love sautéing shrimp and adding it on top of my fried rice. Try out my Honey Walnut Shrimp or my Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp if you want a fun, crunchy and flavorful protein to add onto your fried rice dish!

Whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a nostalgic comfort meal, this fried rice never lets me down. It’s my mom’s secret recipe with a twist, and now it’s yours too.

What would you add to your fried rice? Let me know in the comments!

A plate of authentic fried rice with peas, carrots and eggs on top.
Rice is golden brown and ready to eat now

Get the recipe:The Most Unique Fried Rice Recipe I Learned from My Parents

This is one of the simplest and best recipes I have ever made- plus a HUGE benefit aside from ordering takeout, is this is soy free!
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 cup cooked rice
  • 1 stalk green onion
  • 1/4 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup chopped carrots
  • 3 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 2 eggs

Instructions 

Veggies

  • You will want to begin by chopping your onion, and carrots, along with gathering your other frozen veggies. Then, set aside.

Fried Rice

  • Begin by either gathering your leftover rice or cooking fresh rice.
  • Next, separate your yolk and egg white. You will add the yolk to the rice, and keep the egg white in a separate little bowl.
  • Mix the yolk and rice until well combined, and there is a thin layer of yolk on all of the rice.
  • Now, you will want to begin heating oil in a hot pan. Once the oil is hot, add the egg white and cook until it is done. Remove from the heat, and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add the green onion and cook until fragrant. Then, add in the carrots and peas. Cook until slightly tender.
  • Push the veggies to the side, and add the yolk-y rice to the pan. Stir everything together and then add in the coconut aminos and onion powder.
  • Lastly, add in the egg white, and add salt to taste, stir well, and serve!

The Nutrition Facts above are specific to the ingredients I chose to use for this recipe, which may vary.

Author: Shuang Shuang Liang