Name: Leftover Hot Dog Fried Rice Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian-American
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked and chilled white rice; 4 hot dogs, sliced; 2 large eggs; 1 cup frozen peas and carrots; ½ small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp sesame oil; ½ tsp black pepper; 2 green onions, sliced

Description

Leftover Hot Dog Fried Rice is a quick and budget-friendly dish that repurposes leftover hot dogs and cooked rice into a delicious, savory meal. This easy fried rice recipe combines vegetables, eggs, and flavorful seasonings to create a comforting weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

3 cups cooked and chilled white rice
4 hot dogs, sliced
2 large eggs
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
½ small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
½ tsp black pepper
2 green onions, sliced

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Instructions

Heat Oil and Cook Hot Dogs: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced hot dogs and cook for 3–4 minutes until they are lightly browned. Remove the hot dogs from the pan and set them aside.
Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pan. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic for about 1 minute, until fragrant and slightly softened.
Cook Peas and Carrots: Add the frozen peas and carrots to the pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes until they are heated through and tender.
Scramble the Eggs: Push the vegetables to one side of the pan. Crack the two eggs into the empty side and scramble them until fully cooked.
Stir-Fry the Rice: Add the cold cooked rice to the pan. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, breaking up any clumps and mixing well with the vegetables and eggs.
Combine Ingredients and Season: Return the cooked hot dogs to the pan. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, then sprinkle with black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for another 1–2 minutes, letting the flavors meld.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with the sliced green onions. Serve the fried rice hot.

Notes

Day-old or chilled rice works best because it prevents the dish from becoming mushy by staying separate during frying.
Adjust soy sauce amount to your taste preferences for saltiness and flavor.
Optional additions: scrambled eggs, corn, or chopped bell peppers can be added for extra texture and nutrition.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian-American