Quick and Easy Air Fryer Fried Rice Recipe for Busy Nights

This Air Fryer Fried Rice Recipe is a quick and delicious option for busy nights, ready in just 20 minutes!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 cups Cooked White Rice Use leftover rice for best texture
1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Canola or sesame oil recommended

For the Vegetables

1 cup Carrots Diced small
1 cup Green Peas Frozen peas work well
1 small Onion Sauté until translucent
2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced

For Protein and Flavor

2 large Eggs Beaten before adding
3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use low-sodium soy sauce

For Garnish

2 tablespoons Green Onions Finely sliced

Equipment

Air Fryer

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat the Air Fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
Sauté onions and garlic in vegetable oil in the air fryer basket for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
Add carrots and peas, cook for another 5 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Incorporate the cooked rice, breaking apart clumps and mix with the vegetables for 2-3 minutes.
Beat the eggs and create a well in the rice mixture, pour in the eggs and cook for 2 minutes before mixing.
Season with soy sauce, toss everything and heat for 2-3 minutes.
Return the mixture to the air fryer for an additional 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Garnish with green onions and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use cold, leftover rice to prevent clumping. Adjust soy sauce according to taste and feel free to include additional vegetables.

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