The Formula to Great Fried Rice, with Any Ingredients | Techniquely with Lan Lam

kimchi

🥗Healthier: sauerkraut

💰Cheaper: pickled vegetables

Sauerkraut offers a similar tangy flavor and is often less expensive.

mushrooms

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Cabbage provides a similar texture and is usually more affordable.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a neutral alternative that is often cheaper.

egg

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Tofu can provide a similar texture for a vegan option.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Stir in chopped mushrooms and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add diced carrots and peas, cooking until tender, about 3-5 minutes.

Add the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps, and stir to combine with vegetables.

Mix in the kimchi and soy sauce, cooking until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

Push the rice mixture to one side of the skillet.

Crack the egg into the empty side of the skillet and scramble until just set.

Combine the egg with the rice mixture and stir in sesame oil and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

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