Easy Sheet Pan Fried Rice

Easy Sheet Pan Fried Rice

This genius method delivers perfectly crispy fried rice using your oven’s high heat and a sheet pan. It’s easier than traditional wok-fried rice and creates amazing texture with minimal stirring.

Main Ingredients

The Rice Base:

  • 4 cups day-old cooked rice
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced

The Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)

Garnishes:

  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • Extra soy sauce to taste

Method

Step 1: Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F
  2. Break up rice clumps
  3. Line large sheet pan with parchment
  4. Mix all sauce ingredients

Step 2: Assembly

  1. Spread rice on sheet pan
  2. Drizzle with both oils
  3. Add vegetables around edges
  4. Make wells for eggs

Step 3: Baking Process

  1. Initial bake: 10 minutes
  2. Add beaten eggs to wells
  3. Return to oven 5-10 minutes
  4. Stir once halfway through

Step 4: Finishing

  1. Remove from oven
  2. Add sauce mixture
  3. Toss everything together
  4. Add garnishes

Expert Tips

  1. Rice Success:
  • Use cold leftover rice
  • Break up all clumps
  • Spread in even layer
  • Don’t overcrowd pan
  1. Best Results:
  • Preheat pan in oven
  • Maintain high heat
  • Watch eggs carefully
  • Season to taste

Creative Variations

  1. Protein Options:
  • Diced chicken
  • Cooked shrimp
  • Cubed tofu
  • Chinese sausage
  1. Vegetable Additions:
  • Snow peas
  • Bean sprouts
  • Mushrooms
  • Water chestnuts

Perfect for:

  • Easy dinners
  • Meal prep
  • Using leftovers
  • Large batches

Key Points:

  • Use day-old rice
  • High heat essential
  • Don’t overcrowd
  • Season well

This sheet pan method revolutionizes fried rice by creating perfect texture with minimal effort. The large surface area ensures even cooking and those coveted crispy bits!

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