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Japanese Fried Rice

Name: Japanese Fried Rice
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Cooked rice', 'amount': '4 cups, preferably day-old for best texture'}; {'ingredient': 'Vegetable oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1 medium, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Carrot', 'amount': '1 medium, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Frozen peas', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '2 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Eggs', 'amount': '2, beaten'}; {'ingredient': 'Soy sauce', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Sesame oil', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Green onions', 'amount': '2, chopped (for garnish)'}

This delightful Japanese-style fried rice, known as 'Chahan', is a comforting and savory dish that brings together the umami flavors of soy sauce, the nuttiness of sesame oil, and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables. Traditionally enjoyed as a way to use up leftover rice, this dish has become a staple in Japanese cuisine, often featuring in bento boxes or served alongside grilled meats and fish. Each bite is a perfect balance of texture and flavor, making it a beloved choice for lunch or dinner.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Cooked rice: 4 cups, preferably day-old for best texture
Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
Onion: 1 medium, diced
Carrot: 1 medium, diced
Frozen peas: 1 cup
Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
Eggs: 2, beaten
Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons
Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
Salt: to taste
Pepper: to taste
Green onions: 2, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and carrot to the skillet, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables become tender.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the minced garlic to the empty space. Cook for 1 minute until it becomes fragrant.
Move the vegetables and garlic to one side and pour the beaten eggs into the empty space. Scramble the eggs until they are cooked through.
Add the chilled cooked rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps and stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice, stirring well to combine and evenly distribute the flavors.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.
Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy this delicious twist on a classic dish!

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes • Calories: 300 • Fat: 12g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 10g • Sodium: 700mg • Sugar: 2g