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Cozy Day-After Memorial Day Grilled Meat Fried Rice Recipe Easy and Delicious

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A comforting and flavorful fried rice recipe that transforms leftover grilled meats into a quick, easy, and satisfying meal perfect for post-holiday leftovers.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups leftover grilled meat (chopped steak, chicken, pork, or mixed)
  • 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old, chilled)
  • 1 cup diced onion (yellow or white)
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas (thawed)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrot (optional)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, can substitute with hoisin sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or grapeseed)
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced thinly
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Chop leftover grilled meat into bite-sized pieces (about 1/2-inch chunks). Dice onions, bell peppers, and shred carrots if using. Mince garlic and slice green onions. Break up any clumps in your cold cooked rice to get loose grains.
  2. Crack two large eggs into a bowl and whisk lightly with a pinch of salt. Set aside.
  3. Place your wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Wait until the oil shimmers but doesn’t smoke.
  4. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble gently with your spatula until just cooked but still soft. Transfer eggs to a plate and set aside.
  5. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the pan. Toss in onions, bell peppers, carrots, and garlic. Stir-fry until onions are translucent and vegetables are tender but crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Stir in chopped grilled meat pieces, tossing to warm through and lightly caramelize, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add the cold rice, breaking up any remaining clumps with your spatula. Stir-fry everything vigorously so rice heats evenly and picks up all the flavors, allowing some grains to get slightly toasted and crispy.
  8. Drizzle soy sauce and oyster sauce evenly over the rice mixture. Stir well to distribute. Taste and adjust salt or soy sauce as needed.
  9. Toss the scrambled eggs and thawed peas back into the pan. Stir gently to combine without breaking up the eggs too much. Cook for another minute to warm everything through.
  10. Remove from heat, drizzle sesame oil over the rice, and sprinkle sliced green onions on top.
  11. Serve immediately, optionally with pickled vegetables or a simple cucumber salad.

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture. If using fresh rice, spread it on a tray and cool in the fridge before cooking. Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point to prevent burning. Stir frequently and avoid overcrowding the pan. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. For vegetarian, omit meat and add extra veggies or tofu.

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Keywords: fried rice, grilled meat, leftovers, Memorial Day, easy recipe, quick meal, barbecue leftovers, comfort food

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