Cabbage Fried Rice: A Quick Comfort Meal in 30 Minutes

Cabbage Fried Rice is a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy nights, combining crispy cabbage, leftover rice, and vibrant veggies.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

4 cups Day-Old Rice Use leftover rice for best texture.
2-3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Ideal for sautéing.

For the Aromatics

1 medium Onion Chopped.
3 cloves Garlic Minced.

For the Vegetables

4 cups Cabbage Thinly sliced.
1 cup Carrots Grated or julienned.
1 cup Peas Fresh or frozen.

For Protein & Flavor

2 large Eggs Beaten.
4 tablespoons Soy Sauce
2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Optional.
2 teaspoons Sesame Oil

For Finishing Touches

1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
1 teaspoon Pepper To taste.
2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped.
1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional.

Equipment

Large non-stick pan or wok

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare by gathering and prepping all ingredients.
Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
Stir in cabbage, carrots, and peas; stir-fry until softened.
Push veggies to the side, scramble beaten eggs in the center.
Fold in the day-old rice, mixing thoroughly.
Drizzle soy sauce and oyster sauce; stir well and cook.
Add sesame oil and mix to combine flavors.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper; taste.
Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using day-old rice is key for the best texture. Customize with your favorite proteins or veggies as desired.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!