Chicken Fried Rice

• annokset: 4 servings
• aktiivinen aika: 15 minutes
• kokonaisaika: 45 minutes

Ainekset

1/3 cup oyster sauce

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-size pieces)

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)

1 small onion (diced)

1 (3.5-ounce) package shiitake mushrooms (stemmed and choppped)

2 medium carrots (diced)

3 cloves garlic (minced)

1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger

1/2 cup frozen green peas

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

4 cups leftover white or brown rice

3 large eggs (beaten)

2 green onions (thinly sliced)

2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds

Ohjeet

In a small bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, rice vinegar and red pepper flakes.

Season chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.

Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Working in batches, add chicken to the skillet in a single layer and cook until golden brown, about 7-8 minutes; set aside.

Add onion, mushrooms and carrots to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in green peas until heated through, about 1-2 minutes; set aside .

Heat remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and sesame oil over medium high heat.

Spread rice in an even layer. Cook, without stirring, for 2 minutes. Flip and spread in an even layer again, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

Push rice to one side of the skillet; add eggs to opposite side of the skillet, and cook, stirring often, until thickened and no visible liquid egg remains, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in chicken, vegetables and oyster sauce mixture until well combined, about 2-3 minutes. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until flavors have blended, about 3-5 minutes.

Serve immediately, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Muistiinpanot

Make your rice one or two days ahead of time (or use leftover rice).

The best fried rice is made with leftover rice. Leftover rice is drier and firmer, allowing the rice to toast much more nicely and evenly throughout. Freshly cooked rice can lead to gummy, soggy fried rice.

What can I substitute for oyster sauce?

Hoisin sauce or fish sauce can be substituted.

Can I use chicken breasts?

Yes, chicken breasts can absolutely be used here but chicken thighs have more dark meat and a higher fat content which will yield juicier, more flavorful chicken.

Why do you recommend using leftover or day old rice in fried rice?

Freshly cooked rice is hot and sticky and has too much moisture, which can result in mushy, soggy fried rice. Leftover or day old rice is drier, resulting in a much better texture to work with and allowing the rice to crisp and toast very nicely.

I only have freshly cooked rice. What can I do?

You can still mimic day old rice with freshly cooked rice by cooking the rice with less water, and then letting it cool and dry out on a baking sheet – in an even layer – for a few hours.

How can I store leftovers?

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.

Is this freezer-friendly?

Yes! You can freeze the leftovers (for about one month) in individual freezer bags, reheating on the stovetop or in the microwave.