CHICKEN FRIED RICE

Making fried rice is a quick and versatile dish that you can customize with various ingredients. Here's a basic recipe for making vegetable fried rice:

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Ingredients:

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- 2 cups cooked and cooled white rice (leftover rice works best)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers, corn, etc.), finely chopped
- 2-3 eggs, beaten (optional)
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon oyster sauce (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions:

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1. **Prepare the Rice:**
   - If using leftover rice, make sure it's cooled and clump-free. Cold rice works best for fried rice because it doesn't get mushy during cooking.

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2. **Prep the Ingredients:**
   - Chop the mixed vegetables into small, uniform pieces.
   - Beat the eggs in a bowl if using.

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3. **Cook the Eggs (if using):**
   - Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat.
   - Pour the beaten eggs into the pan and scramble them until they are cooked but still slightly moist. Remove the eggs from the pan and set them aside.

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4. **Stir-Fry Vegetables:**
   - In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil if needed.
   - Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
   - Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent.

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5. **Add Vegetables:**
   - Add the chopped mixed vegetables and stir-fry for a few minutes until they are slightly tender but still retain their crunch.

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6. **Add Rice:**
   - Push the vegetables to the side of the pan and add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the empty space.
   - Add the cold rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with a spatula.

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7. **Season and Flavor:**
   - Drizzle soy sauce and oyster sauce (if using) over the rice and vegetables. You can adjust the amount of soy sauce to your taste.
   - Add salt and pepper to taste. Remember that soy sauce is already salty, so be cautious with additional salt.

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8. **Combine and Finish:**
   - Gently mix the rice, vegetables, and sauces together until everything is well combined and heated through.
   - If using scrambled eggs, add them back to the pan and mix with the rice.

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9. **Garnish and Serve:**
   - Sprinkle chopped green onions over the fried rice for a burst of freshness and color.
   - Once everything is heated through and well combined, remove the pan from heat.

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10. **Serve:**
   - Serve the vegetable fried rice hot as a main dish or a side dish. You can also add protein of your choice such as cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu to make it a complete meal.

Feel free to get creative by adding other ingredients like cooked meat, seafood, or different seasonings to suit your taste. Fried rice is highly versatile and can be customized in numerous ways.