Stir Fried Rice

Source: adapted from thechipperchef.com

1 Tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)

2 Tbsp soy sauce

1 Tbs butter

3 eggs, beaten

2 Tbsp oil

1 cup frozen peas and carrot combo

3 scallions, sliced (or white onion)

2 cups cooked rice, cold

1 cup diced ham
salt and pepper to taste

Add oil and butter (oil keeps butter from burning)to wok or large frying pan on medium high heat. Add peas, scallions, and carrots. Cook until softened, 2 or 3 minutes. Add cold rice, ham, hoisin and soy sauce. Let it cook until bottom gets golden, stir cook a few minutes longer. Make a well in center of rice for eggs. Scramble, then mix through. Salt and pepper to taste.

*Variations: add chicken or shrimp, or leave meat out. Experiment with other veggies. This is a super fast, 10 minute meal. The rice must be cold, use left over rice or cook earlier in the day and refrigerate.