This special fried rice recipe is a tasty and satisfying dish that you can easily make at home. Packed with a medley of vegetables, protein, and fragrant flavors, this recipe will delight your taste buds. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish alongside your favorite Asian-inspired meal. Whether you're cooking for yourself or for a group, this special fried rice is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rice, preferably day-old
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup diced chicken breasts
- 1 cup peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
Directions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken breasts and cook until they are no longer pink. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook until they are pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet.
- Add the minced garlic and cook until it becomes fragrant.
- Add the diced ham, carrots, and peas. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until they are fully cooked.
- Add the cooked rice to the skillet and mix well with the vegetables and eggs.
- Pour the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil over the rice. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the cooked chicken and shrimp to the skillet. Stir fry for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm them through.
- Garnish the fried rice with chopped green onions.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Fried rice is believed to have originated in China as a way to use up leftover rice.
You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or protein like beef or tofu.
This special fried rice recipe is a great way to reduce food waste by using up ingredients you have on hand.