Authentic Chinese Egg Fried Rice Recipe
If you are looking for a popular and easy Chinese dish to make at home, look no further than this Chinese Egg Fried Rice Recipe. It is very delicious and easy to make. I am sure you will love it.
As you know, authenticity is a key characteristic of all authentic restaurants and can be challenging to achieve at home. So how do you create an original Chinese egg fried rice recipe?
It is not as difficult as you might think.
In this post, l will provide step-by-step instructions to create a truly authentic Chinese egg fried rice recipe, so you can make it at home and enjoy it yourself. This dish will become a family favourite, from preparing the ingredients to the final plating.
About My Chinese Egg Fried Rice Recipe
Chinese Egg Fried Rice is a classic Chinese dish made with cooked white rice, scrambled eggs, and various seasonings and vegetables. It is a popular dish that is easy to make. Chinese Egg Fried Rice is typically cooked in a wok with a combination of oil, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, etc.
It is then combined with a variety of vegetables, such as onions, bell peppers, and carrots. Finally, it is served with a sesame oil or soy sauce sprinkle for extra flavour.
It is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or leftovers the next day. It is a versatile dish that can be customized with your choice of ingredients and seasonings, making it perfect for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 Kg Rice
- 250 gm Ham
- 3 Beaten Eggs
- ½ Cup Chopped Onion
- 1 Cup Chopped Spring Onion Stalks
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil or Olive Oil
- ½ teaspoon White pepper
- 2 teaspoons Chicken Seasoning Powder
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
Dried Scallops
- ¼ Cup Chopped Mumblings
- ¼ Cup chopped Carrot
- ¼ Cup chopped Cabbage
- ¼ Cup chopped Cauli Flower
- 1 tablespoon Chinese Shaoxing Wine (Optional)
For Chicken seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley leaves
- 1 teaspoon Dried and Ground Rosemary
- 1 ½ teaspoon Paprika
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Sage
- ½ teaspoon Ginger Powder
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Homemade Chicken Seasoning
Combine 1 teaspoon dried parsley leaves, 1 teaspoon dried and ground rosemary, 1 teaspoon paprika, 12 teaspoon garlic powder, 12 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried sage, and 12 teaspoon ginger powder in a small mixing bowl.
Mix and stir them well with a chopstick. Store the chicken seasoning in a cool, dry place.
Step 2: Scramble the Egg
Pour 3 eggs into a separate small mixing bowl. Beat them well with a beater. Then, in a medium-sized wok, heat 1/2 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Then add the beaten eggs to it. Keep the flame low.
Now stir the egg continuously and separate the egg into pieces with a spatula. Fry the egg for two to three minutes and make the scrambled egg. Then turn off the stove and store the scrambled eggs for later use.
Step 3: Saute Ham and Vegetables
Take 200 to 250 gm of fresh ham and wash it with fresh water. Then chop the ham finely. In a cooking pan, pour ½ tablespoon of vegetable oil or olive oil. Heat the oil for one minute at medium flame.
Add the chopped ham, ½ cup of chopped onion spring, ¼ cup of chopped mumblings, ¼ cup of chopped carrot, ¼ cup of chopped cabbage, and ¼ cup of chopped cauliflower to it. Saute the ham and vegetables for four to five minutes at a low flame. Then take them off and keep them aside.
Step 4: Boil and Chill the Rice
In a large cooking pot, take 1 kg of rice and wash it with water three to four times. Then boil the rice till 70 percent cooked. Don't cook it until it is completely boiled. After boiling the rice, remove the water, dry it, and place it in a refrigerator for one hour to chill.
Step 5: Cook Chinese Egg Fried Rice
Take a large wok or skillet and pour some vegetable oil on it. Preheat the oil for one to two minutes. Then add sauteed ham, scrambled eggs, and vegetables to it. Stir continuously for one minute, and then add the cooled rice to it. Stir again continuously.
Now add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, ½ teaspoon of white pepper, 2 teaspoons of chicken seasoning powder, ½ teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of Chinese Shaoxing wine to the cooked rice. Stir the whole dish continuously for two minutes.
Step 6: Serve
The delicious Chinese egg-fried rice is ready. Garnish it with 1 teaspoon of seasoning herbs. Serve and enjoy with your family and friends.
Additional Tips to Get Better Results
Use a wok: A wok is a traditional Chinese cooking pan with a wide, shallow shape that is perfect for frying. The high sides and round bottom of the wok allow you to toss and stir the ingredients easily, which helps to prevent the fried rice from sticking to the pan.
Use cooked and cooled white rice: To make Chinese egg fried rice, start using cooked and cooled white rice. This ensures that the grains of rice stay separated during the stir-frying process.
Use a small amount of oil: Too much oil in your fried rice can make it greasy and heavy. A small amount of oil is usually sufficient for cooking rice and vegetables.
Add a variety of vegetables: Adding a variety of vegetables to your fried rice will add flavour, nutrition, and visual appeal to the dish. Add carrots, bell peppers, peas, and other vegetables to the wok.
Use the best rice: The best rice type for Chinese Egg Fried Rice is long-grain white rice. This type of rice is usually labeled as “Jasmine” or “Basmati” rice and is known for its fragrant aroma and soft, fluffy texture. Long-grain white rice is also very versatile, making it perfect for dishes such as fried rice.
Freeze the rice: You can freeze the rice after 70% boiled. To do this, allow the cooked rice to cool completely and then transfer it to an airtight container. Freeze the rice for up to 2-3 hours for best results.
Bottom line
This Chinese restaurant-style egg fried rice recipe will provide you delicious and nutritious meal. This is a great way to use up leftovers, as well as a great way to add a little bit of Chinese cuisine to your weekly menu. Thanks for taking the time to read my recipe.
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