Simple Egg Fried Rice Without Sauce

This easy egg fried rice recipe uses basic ingredients and no traditional sauces. Instead, it relies on natural flavors from aromatics, a pinch of salt, and a splash of vinegar and sesame oil for a tasty, quick meal.

Steps

1. Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. 2. Add minced garlic and chopped onion; sauté until fragrant and translucent. 3. Crack the egg into the pan and scramble quickly until just set. 4. Add the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps, and stir-fry to combine everything. 5. Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste. 6. Drizzle the vinegar and sesame oil over the rice and mix well to distribute flavors. 7. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the rice is heated through and slightly crispy at the bottom. 8. Garnish with chopped green onion if using and serve hot.

1 cup cooked rice (preferably day-old) 1 large egg 1 small clove garlic, minced 1/4 small onion, finely chopped 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 tsp white or apple cider vinegar 1/4 tsp toasted sesame oil (optional) Salt to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste 1 green onion, chopped (optional)