Ham Fried Rice Classic Style (Printer-Friendly)
Smoky ham, tender rice, peas, and carrots come together for a satisfying, fast-cooking comfort food favorite.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
02 -
1 medium onion, diced
03 -
250 grams smoked ham, diced
04 -
3 large eggs, beaten
05 -
800 grams cooked white rice, cold
06 -
150 grams frozen peas and carrots mix
07 -
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
08 -
2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
09 -
Salt, to taste
10 -
White pepper, to taste
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Heat vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion, season with salt and white pepper, and cook until the onions are soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
02 -
Add diced smoked ham to the skillet. Cook until the ham begins to brown and edges become slightly crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the onion and ham mixture from the skillet and set aside.
03 -
Lower heat to medium. Add beaten eggs to the skillet and scramble gently. Season with a pinch of salt and white pepper. Cook just until set, then break into small curds.
04 -
Add cold cooked rice to the skillet with eggs. Pour in light soy sauce and mix thoroughly to coat the grains. Stir-fry for 2 minutes to reheat and separate rice.
05 -
Add frozen peas and carrots to the rice. Stir well, then return ham and onion mixture to the skillet. Mix until evenly combined.
06 -
Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir and cover the skillet for 2-3 minutes, allowing peas and carrots to become tender. Remove from heat. Sprinkle sliced green onions over the top just before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
Cold, day-old rice yields the best texture and prevents the dish from becoming mushy.
02 -
Add extra soy sauce only after tasting, since both the ham and soy sauce contribute enough salt.
03 -
For best flavor, slice green onions just before garnishing.