Easy Egg Fried Rice (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 3 cups (about 600 g) cooked white rice, preferably refrigerated overnight
02 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
03 - 1 cup (150 g) frozen peas and carrots, thawed
04 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon minced garlic (approximately 3 cloves)
06 - 2 eggs, lightly beaten
07 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
08 - Ground black pepper, to taste

# Instructions:

01 - Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant and onion turns translucent.
02 - Add thawed peas and carrots to the pan. Stir-fry until vegetables are tender and evenly heated.
03 - Lower heat to medium-low. Push the vegetable mixture to one side of the pan. Pour beaten eggs onto the other side and gently stir until fully cooked.
04 - Add the cold cooked rice and soy sauce. Mix thoroughly with the vegetables and eggs to combine all ingredients evenly.
05 - Increase heat to medium and stir-fry until the rice is heated through. Season with ground black pepper to taste. Serve hot, optionally garnished with sliced green onions.

# Notes:

01 - Using cold, day-old rice prevents sticking and ensures a light, separate grain texture.