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A bowl of Garlic Butter Fried Rice Recipe garnished with fresh scallions and ready to serve.
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Garlic Butter Fried Rice

This Garlic Butter Fried Rice is packed with that addicting garlic flavor. Every rice grain is coated in a savory garlic butter, making it the perfect quick side dish or base for a protein.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Comfort Food, Quick Meal, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Asian, Fusion, Takeout, Vietnamese
Keyword: Asian Fried Rice, Asian Garlic Fried Rice, Asian Recipes, Easy, Easy Asian Recipe, Easy Recipes, Easy Side Dish, Fried Rice, Garlic Butter Fried Rice, Garlic Butter Rice, Garlic Fried Rice, Party Dish, Party Side Dish, Quick Recipes
Servings: 2 servings

Equipment

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 3 cups day-old rice
  • 5 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 2 tbsp butter

For the Seasoning

Optional Garnish

  • Scallions

Instructions

  • Finely mince the garlic and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Add the day-old rice and season with soy sauce and sugar. Toss everything together until the rice is evenly coated and heated through.
  • Serve in a bowl and optionally garnish with scallions.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 590kcal | Carbohydrates: 86g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 22g