A delicious and versatile fried rice recipe that can be customized with various proteins and flavors.

Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
5min
Total Time
15min
Fried Rice recipe

Ingredients

2 Servings
(1 serving = 1 cup)

Marination

  • 250g
    protein (Paneer, Tofu, Chicken, salami, sausage)
  • 1tsp
    soy sauce
  • 1tsp
    vinegar
  • 1tsp
    Gochugaru
  • 1tsp
    salt
  • 1tsp
    pepper
  • 1tsp
    sesame oil
  • 5clove
    garlic

Sauce

  • 1tsp
    Gochujang
  • 2tsp
    chilli oil
  • 2tsp
    ketchup
  • 4tbsp
    water
  • 1tsp
    soy sauce
  • 1cup
    day-old cooked rice

How to make Fried Rice

Preparation

  1. Marinate the protein of your choice with soy sauce, vinegar, Gochugaru, salt, pepper, sesame oil, and minced garlic.

  2. In a separate bowl, mix Gochujang, chilli oil, ketchup, water, and soy sauce to create the sauce.

Cooking

  1. Heat a pan on high heat and add the marinated protein. Cook for 3-5 minutes until cooked through.

  2. Add the sauce mixture and stir well.

  3. Finally, add the day-old cooked rice and mix everything together. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes on high heat.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

522.5kcal (26.13%)

Protein

34.5g (69%)

Carbs

65.0g (23.64%)

Sugars

5.0g (10%)

Healthy Fat

7.5g

Unhealthy Fat

2.5g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Using day-old rice helps prevent the fried rice from becoming mushy.

  2. Feel free to substitute the protein with any vegetarian options like tofu or paneer.

FAQS

  1. Can I use fresh rice instead of day-old rice?

    It's best to use day-old rice as it is drier and prevents the fried rice from becoming mushy.

  2. What other proteins can I use?

    You can use any protein like tofu, paneer, chicken, or even salami and sausage.

  3. Is this recipe spicy?

    The recipe includes Gochugaru and Gochujang, which can add spice. Adjust the quantity to your taste.

  4. Can I make this dish vegan?

    Yes, simply use tofu or other plant-based proteins and ensure the sauces are vegan-friendly.

  5. What can I serve with fried rice?

    Fried rice can be served as a main dish or as a side with other Asian dishes.

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