AsianEasy · Hot
Spinach Egg Fried Rice with Sriracha Butter
Crispy fried rice loaded with frozen spinach and eggs, finished with a glossy sriracha butter drizzle that pulls it all together in under 20 minutes.
Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min
Method
Prep the Sriracha Butter
1
Stir in sriracha until fully combined. Set aside.
Cook the Rice
2
Cook white rice according to package directions if not using leftover rice. Spread on a plate to cool slightly and dry out.
Fry the Eggs
3
Pour in beaten eggs and scramble vigorously for 30 seconds until just set but still slightly wet. Transfer to a plate.
Cook the Spinach
B
Nutri-Score
Good balance
A–E · lower is better · score 1
Calories
1042
per serving
Low sugar · 5g
Protein
27g
Carbs
157g
Fat
34g
Sat. fat
12g
Fiber
7g
Sugar
5g
Sodium
999mg
Heart HealthyDiabetes FriendlyHigh ProteinLow SugarBalanced Meal
Nutri-Score is a general nutritional-balance guide, not medical or dietary advice.
C
Environmental impact
Moderate impact
A–E · lower is better · includes estimates
kg CO2e
1.2
per serving
CCarbonAEU all-round· carbon sets the grade
Water
2.2m³
Runoff
0.1g P
White Rice drives 54% of this recipe’s estimated footprint.
Carbon from Poore & Nemecek 2018; water, land & runoff from Agribalyse — modelled averages for comparing recipes, not a measurement of your groceries.
Flavor Profile
6
Umami
3
Sweet
5
Salty
2
Sour
1
Bitter
4
Spicy
Textures
CrispyTenderFluffySilky
Aromas
HerbalSmokyGarlickyButtery
Kitchen Equipment
Techniques
Safety & Storage
Cooking Temperature
Ensure pan or wok is properly heated before adding rice to achieve crispy texture and ensure food safety. Frozen spinach should reach internal temperature that indicates thorough cooking.
Cross Contamination
Use separate utensils and cutting boards for raw eggs and other ingredients. Wash hands thoroughly after handling raw eggs to prevent cross-contamination.
Storage
Store leftover fried rice in airtight container in refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking. Consume within 2-3 days for best quality and safety.
High Risk Population
Eggs in this recipe are cooked but not to well-done stage. Individuals who are pregnant, elderly, immunocompromised, or feeding young children should ensure eggs are fully cooked through before consumption.
Handling
Use caution when working with hot oil and heated cookware. Frozen spinach may cause oil splattering when added to hot pan - add gradually and stand back.
Pro Tips
Technique
Don't defrost that spinach. Toss it straight from the bag into the pan and let the water cook off—more texture, less sad soggy vegetables.
Substitution
No sriracha? Mix soy sauce with a squirt of ketchup and chili flakes. Not the same magic, but it'll save you.
From the chef
This is the dish I make when I've spent all day being a functional adult and the fridge looks at me with judgment. Frozen spinach, day-old rice, and eggs—this is my kind of alchemy. That sriracha butter drizzle isn't decoration, it's the whole point: glossy, spicy, and it makes everything taste like you actually tried.
TagsWeeknight DinnerSpicyOne PanQuickEasy
AllergensEggsMilk
Source: generated · June 10, 2026