A super easy and filling recipe for Ham Fried Rice. Packed full of smoked ham, tender rice, peas and carrots. Whips up in minutes! A TWIST ON PLAIN FRIED RICEThis is probably one of my absolute favorite quick meals to make. It really is a whole meal in itself. It works great when I have leftover ham too! Of course you could also serve it with some of your Asian favorites like Sesame Chicken, General Tsos Chicken, Orange Chicken, or some Hibachi Steak. This requires so few ingredients and you can really make it so quickly that its perfect for those busy weeknights!I just made this and it is wonderful. I didnt change a thing perfect and simple just the way it is! Thank you! DonnaFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:Can I use cauliflower rice instead? I know a lot of people are cooking with cauliflower these days. Ill be honest, I really didnt like it at all and it doesnt taste like rice to me at all but to each his or her own. I am not familiar with substituting it in recipes like this but Im sure it would totally work. Can I use a different kind of rice? Yes, I think this would work nicely with whatever rice you already have prepared, like brown rice. What can I use instead of ham? You can use spam, bacon, chicken, beef or no meat at all. What else can I add? I love this as simple as it is. However, Ive heard some people like to add shredded cabbage or bean sprouts when making it. How long are leftovers good for? Leftover fried rice with ham can be stored in an airtight container and can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. You can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months in a freezer safe container. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)onion I think a shallot would be a super delicious substitute. It adds a very light onion and garlic flavor!salt and pepper this is really going to be to your tastes. You can certainly use other seasonings that you prefer. diced ham this is a great way to use leftover ham too!eggscooked rice I just use white rice but you can use your favorite rice here. Whatever is easiest for you!frozen peas and carrotssoy sauce I always prefer a light soy sauce. I think its much easier to control the salt this way. The ham already has salt in it too. You can always add salt but you cant take it out. green onions green onions are a must for me but if you arent a fan, you can leave them out!HOW TO MAKE HAM FRIED RICE:Dice onion. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add in diced onion. Season with salt and white pepper. Cook and stir until onions are soft and translucent. Then stir in diced ham. Cook until ham begins to brown and get a little crispy. Remove mixture from pan. Over medium heat, add in beaten eggs to skillet. Scramble eggs and season with a little salt and pepper.Once eggs are cooked, stir in cooked rice. Then add soy sauce. Note: I like using light soy sauce because it has a lower sodium level. So I can add in additional sauce without worrying it will become too salty. Add in additional soy sauce depending on your tastes.Then, stir in frozen peas and carrots. Stir, then add back in onions. Turn temperature down to medium-low. Stir again and cover to allow peas and carrots to get tender. Add sliced green onions on top just before serving.CRAVING MORE RECIPES?Beef Fried RiceHibachi Fried RiceSpam Fried RiceVegetable Fried RiceHamburger Ramen Noodle SkilletChicken Egg Roll In A BowlAir Fryer Orange ChickenHoney Garlic ChickenHawaiian HaystacksAir Fryer General Tsos ChickenBeef Egg Roll In A BowlEasy Sesame ChickenNo-Fuss Vegetable Stir FryChicken TeriyakiCrock Pot Sweet and Sour ChickenOriginally published: June 2017Updated and republished: June 2025 PrintHam Fried RiceAn easy shortcut recipe for Ham Fried Rice. Packed full of yummy ham, tender rice, peas and carrots. So filling!Course Main Course, Side DishCuisine AmericanPrep Time 15 minutes minutesCook Time 15 minutes minutesTotal Time 30 minutes minutesServings 8Calories 172kcalAuthor Brandie SkibinskiIngredients2 Tablespoons olive oil1 small onion, finely diced teaspoon white pepper (can use black pepper)8 ounce package diced ham (1 cup)2 large eggs, beatensalt and pepper, to taste3 cups cooked rice2-3 Tablespoons lite soy sauce (low sodium)1 cup frozen peas and carrots3-4 green onions, thinly slicedInstructionsHeat 2 Tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add in 1 small onion, finely diced. Season with 1/4 teaspoon white pepper.Cook and stir until onions are soft and translucent. Then stir in 8 ounce package diced ham (1 cup). Cook until ham begins to brown and get a little crispy. Remove mixture from pan and place in a bowl or on a plate. Over medium heat, add in 2 large eggs, beaten to skillet. Scramble eggs and season with a little salt and pepper, to taste.Once eggs are cooked, stir in 3 cups cooked rice. Then add 2-3 Tablespoons lite soy sauce. Note: I like using light soy sauce because it has lower sodium to help control the salt. Start with 2 Tablespoons soy sauce and you can always add more to taste. Then, stir in 1 cup frozen peas and carrots. Stir, then add back in cooked onions and ham. Turn temperature down to medium-low. Stir again and cover to allow peas and carrots to get tender.Remove from heat and add 3-4 green onions, thinly sliced on top just before serving. NotesPlease refer to my FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.NutritionCalories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 286mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g