Fried Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Put 1 tablespoon of the oil in a wok or a large skillet, and turn heat to high.
2. 2
   When it begins to shimmer, add onion, pepper and carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to brown, 5 to 1 0 minutes.
3. 3
   With a slotted spoon, remove vegetables to a bowl.
4. 4
   Drain peas if necessary, and add them to skillet; cook, shaking pan, for about a minute, or until hot.
5. 5
   Remove them to the bowl.
6. 6
   Put remaining oil in the skillet, followed by garlic and ginger.
7. 7
   When the mixture is fragrant, about 15 seconds later, add the rice, breaking up clumps with a spoon as you go along and tossing it with oil.
8. 8
   When the rice is well coated, make a well in the center and break the eggs into it.
9. 9
   Scramble these, then stir into the rice.
10. 10
    Return vegetables to the skillet and stir to integrate.
11. 11
    Add wine or water and cook, stirring, for approximately 1 minute.
12. 12
    Add soy sauce and sesame oil, then taste and add salt and pepper if necessary.
13. 13
    Turn off heat, stir in the cilantro and serve.