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A finished bowl of garlic butter fried rice garnished with crispy golden garlic chips and chopped green onions. The fluffy, flavorful rice is glistening with garlic butter, delivering a savory and comforting dish ideal for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner. This visually appealing bowl highlights the simplicity and bold flavors of a popular Asian comfort food.
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Garlic Butter Fried Rice

A rich, garlicky, and buttery fried rice recipe that’s incredibly easy to make. Crispy garlic chips and fluffy day-old rice come together for the perfect quick meal or side dish! 
Watch me make Garlic Butter Fried Rice
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese, Takeout
Keyword: Asian Dinners, Asian Recipes, Chinese Food, Easy, Easy Asian Recipe, Easy Recipes, Garlic Butter Fried Rice, Leftover Rice Recipes, Pantry Meals, Quick Recipe, Weeknight Dinner
Servings: 2 servings

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 cups day-old jasmine rice
  • 8 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons oil for frying garlic slices
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper see note 1
  • Scallions optional

Instructions

  • Slice half the garlic into thin chips and finely mince the other half.
  • Heat oil in a pan and fry the garlic slices until golden brown, then set aside.
  • Melt butter in the same pan and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
  • Add day-old rice , breaking it apart into separate grains, and stir-fry until heated through.
  • Season with soy sauce and white or black pepper, mixing well.
  • Serve in a bowl, topped with crispy garlic chips and scallions, if desired.

Notes

(1) White pepper can be substituted for black pepper

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 6.5g | Fat: 21.5g