Budget Egg Fried Rice
BudgetBudget & Quick

Egg Fried Rice: Complete Meal for Under $1.50

The ultimate budget meal that transforms day-old rice into a satisfying, protein-rich dinner.

5m

Prep

10m

Cook

380

Calories

52g

Net Carbs

16g

Protein

16g

Protein

52g

Carbs

12g

Fat

3g

Fiber

5.0

Heumin Satiety Score

SCR = (Protein + Fiber) / Calories × 100

Using day-old rice saves $0 (it's free!) and actually improves the texture by reducing moisture.

8Ingredients

Servings: 2

  • 2 cups day-old rice
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • White pepper to taste

Instructions

1

Heat sesame oil in a wok or large pan over high heat.

2

Add garlic and frozen vegetables, stir-fry 2 minutes.

3

Push to the side, scramble eggs in the open space.

4

Add rice and break up any clumps.

5

Add soy sauce and toss everything together.

6

Top with green onions and white pepper.

Why AI Chose These Ingredients

Eggs provide the highest bioavailable protein at the lowest cost. At $0.15 per egg, this is the most economical complete protein source.

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