Description
Sizzling Hibachi Fried Rice delights palates with authentic Japanese-inspired flavors and quick-cooking techniques. Crispy rice, savory vegetables, and umami-rich seasonings create a restaurant-quality meal you can easily master in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups white rice (cooked, preferably day-old)
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup frozen peas (thawed)
Protein and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 23 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Cooking and Garnish Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Optional: cooked shrimp, chicken, or steak
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet or wok to medium-high heat, coating the surface with vegetable or sesame oil.
- Toss diced onions, carrots, and peas into the hot pan, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until vegetables soften and become slightly translucent.
- Create a separate space in the skillet and pour beaten eggs, scrambling thoroughly until fully cooked, then gently integrate with the vegetable mixture.
- Introduce minced garlic to the pan, stirring rapidly for 30 seconds to release aromatic flavors.
- Incorporate day-old rice into the skillet, carefully breaking apart any dense clusters and ensuring each grain becomes evenly coated with oil and thoroughly mixed with vegetables and eggs.
- Drizzle soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and sprinkle black pepper across the rice, stirring consistently for an additional 2 minutes to distribute seasonings uniformly.
- Optional: Fold in pre-cooked protein such as shrimp, chicken, or steak, heating until the protein reaches a warm temperature throughout the dish.
- Finish by sprinkling freshly sliced green onions across the surface and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Opt for day-old rice to prevent soggy texture and ensure each grain separates perfectly during stir-frying.
- Use high heat and a wide skillet or wok to create authentic hibachi-style crispy rice with slightly charred edges.
- Customize protein options like tofu for vegetarian diets or swap soy sauce with tamari for gluten-free needs.
- Enhance flavor by adding a small drizzle of chili oil or sriracha for those who enjoy extra heat and complexity.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-13 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 238 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 93 mg