Ingredients
3 cups cooked and cooled rice
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil or avocado oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup chopped onions (yellow or white)
2 teaspoons grated ginger
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or gluten-free tamari
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 scallion, thinly sliced for garnish
frozen peas for garnish (optional)
carrots for garnish (optional)
mushrooms for garnish (optional)
zucchini for garnish (optional)
broccoli for garnish (optional)
cooked beef for protein (optional)
chicken for protein (optional)
shrimp for protein (optional)
steak for protein (optional)
2 cups cooked white rice for the base
1 cup diced chicken breast for protein
1/2 cup chopped onion for depth
1/2 cup chopped carrots for sweetness
1/2 cup green peas for freshness
2 eggs for richness
3 tablespoons soy sauce for umami
1 tablespoon sesame oil for aroma
2 cloves garlic for extra flavor
Instructions
1-Heat a large dutch oven, griddle, or wok over high heat. Add the oil and quickly scramble the eggs, breaking them into pieces. Remove the eggs and set them aside.
2-Add the butter to the pan and let it melt. Sauté the onions until softened but not browned, about 3-4 minutes.
3-Add the grated ginger and cook for about 30 seconds to mellow its flavor.
4-Return the cooked rice and scrambled eggs to the pan. Stir to combine everything.
5-Flatten the rice into a thin layer and let it sizzle undisturbed for 30 seconds. Stir and repeat the process, letting it sit again for 30 seconds.
6-Drizzle the soy sauce and toasted sesame oil over the rice. Stir to evenly coat the rice and allow it to absorb the sauce.
7-Once the sauce is absorbed and the rice begins to pop and sizzle, remove the pan from the heat.
8-Garnish with the sliced scallions and serve warm, ideally paired with sautéed chicken, steak, salmon, shrimp, or grilled vegetables. For adaptations, replace chicken with tofu or omit eggs for vegan options.
Last Step:
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🍚 Use day-old rice or cool freshly cooked rice spread out in fridge to reduce moisture for better frying.
🔥 Maintain high heat and use a wide pan or griddle for optimal frying texture.
🥚 Remove scrambled eggs before sautéing onions to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired