eggsriceunder $2under 15 mindorm friendly
High Protein Egg Fried Rice
6 eggs, leftover rice, 10 minutes. 36g protein.
Total Time
15min
Per Serving
$1.50
Protein
36g
Calories
420cal
Nutrition Per Serving
3servings
420cal
36g
52g
14g
Ingredients
Eggs6 large
Cooked Rice (day-old)3 cups
Soy Sauce2 tbsp
Sesame Oil1 tbsp
Frozen Peas & Carrots1 cup
Green Onions3 stalks
Garlic2 cloves
Steps
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
1
Add frozen peas & carrots + garlic. Stir fry 2 min.
2 min
2
Push veggies to the side. Scramble eggs in the open space.
2 min
3
Add cold rice. Break up clumps. Stir fry 3-4 min until rice is hot and slightly crispy.
4 min
4
Hit with soy sauce. Toss. Top with green onions.
5
Pro Tips
- →Day-old rice is KEY. Fresh rice = mushy fried rice. Cook it the night before.
- →High heat the whole time. Don't stir too much — let the rice get crispy.
- →Add chicken breast cubes for 50g+ protein per serving.
Cost Analysis
Per Serving
$1.50
Total Batch
$4.50
Per Day (3 meals)
$4.50
Per Month (est.)
$135
Prices based on US national averages (March 2026). Your local prices may vary.
