Leftover Turkey Fried Rice

This easy one-pan fried rice recipe is the perfect way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey! The prep is simple and so is the cleanup. Try this version of a takeout favorite this holiday season.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Asian American

Keyword Chicken Fried Rice, Easy Fried Rice, Fried Rice Recipe, Leftover Turkey, Turkey Fried Rice

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 325kcal

Author Cara Harbstreet

Equipment

large nonstick skillet or wok
heat-proof spatula
cutting board and sharpened knife
measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

4 cups cooked white rice
2 cups leftover turkey chopped, white meat and/or dark meat
1 small yellow onion diced, or about 1 1/4 cups
3 cloves garlic minced
1 1/2 cups frozen vegetables such as peas, carrots, and corn
3 green onions sliced
3 large eggs
2 tbsp butter salted or unsalted
All Purpose MSG Seasoning, or salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 1/2-2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
toasted sesame seeds, chili oil, MSG for garnish, optional

Instructions

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. If it's not a nonstick skillet, add a small amount of cooking oil if needed, then add the diced onion. Sauté for 5-6 minutes or until translucent and fragrant.
Add the minced garlic and cook for about one more minute. Add the frozen vegetables and stir them around so they fully thaw. Once combined, push all of the vegetables over to one half of the pan. Add the butter and let it melt most of the way before adding the rice
Use the back of your spatula to press the rice into the pan, flattening it out and breaking apart any large clumps. Add in the soy sauce and sesame oil and stir until all the rice is coated and evenly colored.
Clear an open space in the middle of the pan and crack the eggs into it. Use your spatula to break apart the yolks and cook the scrambled eggs. Fold into the fried rice mixture to evenly distribute.
Finally, stir in the leftover turkey and half of the green onions. Let the fried rice cook, stirring often, until the turkey is heated through, at least 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish and garnish with the remaining green onions. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. To reheat, microwave in a microwave-safe bowl for 1-2 minutes until warmed through.

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