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Ultimate Fried Rice

Cultural Context

Fried rice, or Chahan, has its roots in Chinese cuisine but has become a beloved staple in Japan. Traditionally made with leftover rice, it's a versatile dish that showcases the ability to use various ingredients based on availability. In Japan, it's often enjoyed as a quick meal or a side dish, especially in izakayas. Today, fried rice has global variations, with each culture adding its unique twist, making it a universally loved comfort food.

JapaneseJPmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups cooked rice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion
2 medium carrots
1 cup peas
4 green onions
4 large eggs
4 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1 lb cooked chicken
1 lb shrimp
1 medium bell pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cooked rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: day-old rice

Quinoa adds protein while day-old rice improves texture.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is a plant-based option and chicken is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is budget-friendly.

1

Heat neutral oil in a pot over medium heat.

2

Add minced ginger and garlic, followed by dried shrimp, and cook for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.

3

Add all the leftover cooked rice and season with a couple pinches of salt, cooking over high heat.

4

Add washed bean sprouts and chopped Chinese chives, adjusting the taste with soy sauce, and cook for another minute to keep the bean sprouts crunchy.

Cooking Techniques

stir-fryingscrambling

Equipment Needed

large skilletspatulacutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishsoy

Also Known As

Japanese Fried RiceChahan
Local Name: ウルトimateチャーハン

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