Easy Peasy Ham and Egg Fried Rice

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 13
Easy Peasy Ham and Egg Fried Rice Recipe
in Rice

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

400 ml cooked long-grain rice ( enough to fill a measuring jug up to 400ml level )
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons ground nut oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
50 g bean sprouts
50 g water chestnuts
2 tablespoons chopped spring onions
50 g frozen peas ( thawed and drained )
50 g chopped ham
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
640
Sugar
4g
Fat
20g
Easy Peasy Ham and Egg Fried Rice is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re short on time. The dish combines tender, fluffy rice with scrambled eggs and smoky ham, making for a deliciously filling and satisfying meal. Packed with protein and fiber, this dish is also nutritious and can easily be modified to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs. Serve it as a main dish or as a side to your favourite meat, poultry or fish dishes.

Instructions

1.Whisk the eggs together in a small bowl, add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
2.Heat 1 tablespoon of groundnut oil in a wok or large frying pan over a medium-high heat.
3.Add the whisked eggs and stir fry until set. Remove from wok and set aside.
4.In the same wok, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and 1 tablespoon of groundnut oil over medium-high heat.
5.Add the chopped ham and stir fry for 1 minute.
6.Add the cooked rice, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper to the wok and stir fry until heated through.
7.Add the frozen peas, water chestnuts, and bean sprouts, stirring them into the rice.
8.Add the cooked eggs and chopped spring onions to the wok and stir fry until evenly distributed and heated through.
9.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is easy to prepare and makes a tasty and filling meal for lunch or dinner.

It’s a great way to use leftover rice and can easily be adapted to include your favourite ingredients.

CONS

Fried rice dishes can be high in calories and sodium depending on the added ingredients, so it’s important to exercise moderation and balance with other healthy foods in your diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of protein and dietary fiber, which can aid in weight loss and digestion.
Eggs are high in vitamin B12, a nutrient important for brain function and healthy red blood cells.

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