Chinese Takeout Fried Rice Secrets Revealed

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians; chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

Prepare a blend of 2 cups American long grain white rice and 1 cup Thai Jasmine rice.

Wash the rice under several changes of water until it runs clear to remove surface starch.

Cook the rice according to your preferred method, ideally in a rice cooker or by steaming.

Let the rice cool and dry out, preferably overnight in the fridge.

Wash the chicken under cold running water for about 30 seconds, then squeeze out excess water.

Cut chicken breast into slivers about 1/4 inch thick.

Mix half a teaspoon of baking soda into the chicken and massage for 30 to 45 seconds.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

Add the chicken and cook until browned.

Add vegetables and stir-fry until tender.

Add light and dark soy sauce, shaoxing wine, and toasted sesame oil to deglaze the pan.

Mix in the cooled rice and stir well to combine all ingredients.

Add chopped green onions and adjust seasoning if needed.

Serve hot.

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