Japanese Chicken Fried Rice
This Japanese Chicken Fried Rice is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish, perfect for family dinners or quick meals. Follow this step-by-step guide to create an authentic and delicious meal at home.
Equipment
- Wok
- Spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked Japanese short-grain rice preferably day-old
- 1 cup chicken breast diced into small pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
- 1/2 cup carrot finely diced
- 1/2 cup green peas frozen or fresh
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tbsp green onions chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken and stir-fry until fully cooked and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
- In the same wok, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until just set.
- Add the chopped onion and diced carrot to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Return the cooked chicken to the wok. Add the cooked rice and green peas. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Drizzle the soy sauce and mirin over the rice mixture. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the rice is heated through and evenly coated with the sauce.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Mix well and cook for 1 more minute.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
For the best results, use day-old rice. Fresh rice can be too moist and sticky, making it harder to achieve the ideal texture.
