Savor the Comfort: Easy Air Fryer Fried Rice Recipe

Transform leftover rice into a delightful Air Fryer Fried Rice Recipe, a quick and healthy comfort dish perfect for busy nights.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

4 cups Cooked White Rice Cold, leftover rice preferred

For the Vegetables

1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Canola or sesame oil recommended
1 cup Carrots Diced small
1 cup Green Peas Quick-frozen, can be added directly
1 medium Onion Sauté until translucent
2 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced

For the Protein

2 large Eggs Scrambled before mixing

For Seasoning

3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium recommended
2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

Air Fryer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C) for about 5 minutes.
Sauté diced onions and minced garlic in vegetable oil until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Add diced carrots and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
Add cold, cooked rice and fry for about 3-4 minutes until heated through.
Mix in soy sauce and any pre-cooked proteins, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
Create a space in the mixture, crack in the beaten eggs, scramble and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add green peas and green onions, stir, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.
Remove from air fryer, serve hot with extra garnishing if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served immediately, leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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