Fried Rice Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Recipe Yield: Serves 4
Description
This delicious fried rice recipe serves perfectly as a side dish, ideal for complementing any Chinese meal. Inspired by the flavors of the Joyce Chen Cookbook, it’s quick and easy to prepare, making it a wonderful addition to your Asian cuisine repertoire.
Ingredients
- 2-3 eggs
- 2 pinches of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon monosodium glutamate (MSG)
- 1/2 tablespoon sherry wine
- 2 small onions, finely chopped
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 4 tablespoons Kitchen Bouquet (brown syrup)
- 1/4 cup bean sprouts
- Optional: Cooked meat of your choice (e.g., chicken, shrimp, pork), diced
Instructions
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In a bowl, beat the eggs with salt, monosodium glutamate (MSG), and sherry wine.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the chopped onions and the beaten egg mixture to the skillet.
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Stir and scramble the eggs until they are cooked and broken into small pieces.
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Add the cooked rice, Kitchen Bouquet (brown syrup), bean sprouts, and the optional cooked meat to the skillet.
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Stir continuously until all ingredients are well combined and heated through, approximately 8-10 minutes.
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Serve hot as a delightful side dish alongside your favorite Chinese dishes.
This fried rice recipe is sure to impress with its savory flavors and ease of preparation. Enjoy creating this flavorful dish in just 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknight meals or special occasions when you crave authentic Chinese flavors at home.
