Absolutely! Here’s a Super Easy Air Fryer Fried Rice recipe — minimal prep, no stovetop required, and ready in under 20 minutes. Perfect for using up leftover rice!
🍚 Super Easy Air Fryer Fried Rice
Ingredients:
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2 cups cold, cooked rice (day-old rice works best)
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1 cup mixed frozen veggies (peas, carrots, corn, etc.)
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2 eggs (optional, scrambled or beaten raw into the rice)
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp sesame oil (or vegetable oil)
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½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Optional: chopped green onions, cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu
Instructions:
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Preheat the Air Fryer:
Set it to 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes while you prep. -
Mix It All Together:
In a large bowl, combine:-
Cold rice
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Frozen veggies
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Soy sauce
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Oil
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Garlic powder (if using)
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Scrambled eggs (either pre-cooked or raw — see tip below)
Mix well to coat the rice evenly.
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Air Fry:
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Transfer the mixture into a foil-lined or air fryer-safe pan (so the rice doesn’t fall through the basket).
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Spread the rice into an even layer.
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Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes, stirring halfway through.
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If using raw egg in the mix, make sure to stir a couple times for even cooking.
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Add Extras (optional):
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Add cooked proteins (like chicken, shrimp, or tofu) in the last 5 minutes.
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Sprinkle with green onions before serving.
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Tips:
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Day-old rice is key — fresh rice gets mushy. If you’re using freshly cooked rice, let it cool uncovered in the fridge for 30+ minutes first.
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Want crispier rice? Air fry 2–3 extra minutes.
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Want to cook the egg separately? Scramble it in a pan or microwave and mix it in at the end.
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Add a dash of hoisin or oyster sauce for extra depth.