Chicken Fried Rice

 

Ingredients:

• 3 cups of cooked Basmati or Samba rice
• 250g of chicken (cut into small pieces)
• 1/2 cup of finely chopped mixed vegetables (carrots, beans, leeks, etc.)
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 1 small onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon of black pepper powder
• 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes (optional)
• 2 eggs
• Salt to taste
• Cooking oil

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Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:

   • Mix the chicken pieces with 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.

2. Cook the Chicken:

   • Heat oil in a pan and fry the marinated chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

3. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • In the same pan, add a little more oil and sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant.
   • Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly.

4. Cook the Eggs:

   • Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and pour in the beaten eggs.
   • Scramble the eggs gently and mix them with the vegetables.

5. Combine the Rice and Chicken:

   • Add the cooked rice and fried chicken to the pan. Mix everything well.
   • Pour in the remaining soy sauce and adjust the salt and pepper to taste.

6. Add Final Touches:

   • Stir-fry the rice for 2-3 minutes on high heat to ensure it is evenly mixed and heated through.

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Serving Suggestions:

• Garnish with fresh chopped spring onions or chili flakes for extra flavor.
• Serve warm with a side of chili paste or lime wedges.

Enjoy your delicious homemade chicken fried rice! 🥢🍛