Cantonese fried rice is a popular dish enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions or preferences. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to creating the perfect Cantonese fried rice, from choosing the right ingredients to perfecting the cooking technique. We will explore the different types of rice, vegetables, proteins, and sauces that can be used to create a delicious and authentic Cantonese fried rice dish. Additionally, we will provide tips on how to achieve the perfect texture and flavor, as well as how to store and reheat leftovers. With this guide, you will be able to create a delicious and authentic Cantonese fried rice dish that will impress your friends and family.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CANTONESE FRIED RICE
This delicious fried rice is a nice change of pace for leftover meat and veggies. It's good made with your choice of ham, pork, or grilled chicken. I like to put the rice together early in the day then simply reheat it at suppertime. It's already-tasty flavor seems to only improve with time!
Provided by Debs Recipes
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in large skillet or wok; sauté onion over medium-high heat for 2 minutes; add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Push onions and garlic to side; pour eggs onto bottom of wok; cook and stir eggs for 1-2 minutes until firm; stir onions, garlic, and eggs together.
- Add meat, rice, green onions, and any additional veggies from optional list** below to wok; stir and toss until evenly mixed and almost heated through.
- Add bean sprouts and soy sauce to wok; stir until heated through; serve (or put away for later meal) and enjoy!
- For variety you may add (at same time as meat) any of the following **optional veggies: Sliced mushrooms, sliced water chestnuts, thinly sliced celery, snow peas, (thawed) peas & carrots, chopped green pepper, finely shredded cabbage, or slivered almonds ~ Just don't be afraid to experiment and use whatever's in your refrigerator!
- Note: Including 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil with the vegetable oil gives the rice a really wonderful flavor!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.4, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 238.1, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.3, Protein 6.6
CANTONESE FRIED RICE
Steps:
- Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in frying pan over medium heat. Pour in thin layer of eggs and cook.
- Remove egg, roll into omelet and thinly slice.
- Heat remaining oil over medium-high heat and cook chicken thoroughly.
- Add uncooked rice, broth, garlic and ginger and bring to a boil. Turn heat to lowest setting and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.
- Combine remaining ingredients and simmer until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Garnish with egg strips and serve.
TRADITIONAL MANDARIN FRIED RICE
It is recommended to use day-old rice so that the drier rice can soak up the flavors.
Provided by Ming Tsai
Categories side-dish
Time 17m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a wok, add 2 tablespoons of oil and quickly soft-scramble the eggs. Remove the eggs. In the same wok, coat with oil and stir-fry garlic and ginger. Add white scallions and lapchang. Add rice and mix thoroughly. Add soy sauce, white pepper and scrambled eggs. Check for seasoning. Serve immediately.
CHINESE CHICKEN FRIED RICE I
Chicken fried rice, just like they serve in the restaurants! A stir fry with chicken, rice, soy sauce and veggies like peas, carrots, celery and bell peppers. This is something my sister just sort of whipped up one day. It's very good!
Provided by sal
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Fried Rice Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and saute until soft, then add chicken and 2 tablespoons soy sauce and stir-fry for 5 to 6 minutes.
- Stir in carrots, celery, red bell pepper, pea pods and green bell pepper and stir-fry another 5 minutes. Then add rice and stir thoroughly.
- Finally, stir in scrambled eggs and 1/3 cup soy sauce, heat through and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.9 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 133.9 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 34.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1060.4 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
CANTONESE FRIED RICE
Steps:
- Heat 1 tbl. of oil in a wok or large pan. Add eggs and cook until set, turning once (will look like a pancake). Remove egg to a plate and sprinkle with 1 tbl. of soy sauce. Cut into strips, 1x1/2 inch, and setg aside. Add 1 tbl. oil to pan and stir fry onions and celery for 2 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside. Add 1 tbl. oil to pan and stir fry peas for 1-2 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside. Add 2 tbls. oil to pan and stir fry rice, breaking up lumps with wet hands as adding to pan. Stir fry until heated through. Add all ingredients back into pan with rice. Season with 2 tbls.dark soy sauce and one tbl. light soy sauce - or to taste.
CHINESE FRIED RICE
This Chinese fried rice has the flavor those other recipes are missing. Tastes like takeout. I want to dedicate this dish to Bergy, whose recipe "AM & B's Indonesian Mehoon" has inspired this dish. Make sure you season your rice with salt before it cooks. Add some butter to the cooking water, as well. Other seasonings should be added before you cook, as well, so it has time to get inside the rice. If you like sesame flavor, add 1 tsp. of it after you add the green onions, but do not use it as a cooking oil because it easily burns.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Chicken
Time 28m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in wok; add chopped onions and stir-fry until onions turn a nice brown color, about 8-10 minutes; remove from wok.
- Allow wok to cool slightly.
- Mix egg with 3 drops of soy and 3 drops of sesame oil; set aside.
- Add 1/2 tbsp oil to wok, swirling to coat surfaces; add egg mixture; working quickly, swirl egg until egg sets against wok; when egg puffs, flip egg and cook other side briefly; remove from wok, and chop into small pieces.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in wok; add selected meat to wok, along with carrots, peas, and cooked onion; stir-fry for 2 minutes.
- Add rice, green onions, and bean sprouts, tossing to mix well; stir-fry for 3 minutes.
- Add 2 tbsp of light soy sauce and chopped egg to rice mixture and fold in; stir-fry for 1 minute more; serve.
- Set out additional soy sauce on the table, if desired.
Tips:
- Use day-old rice: Freshly cooked rice is too moist and sticky for fried rice. Day-old rice has had time to dry out, making it easier to separate the grains and prevent them from clumping together.
- Choose the right kind of rice: Short-grain or medium-grain rice is best for fried rice. These types of rice have a higher starch content, which helps the grains stick together slightly and prevents them from becoming too dry.
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients you use, the better your fried rice will taste. Use fresh vegetables, flavorful sauces, and high-quality protein.
- Don't overcrowd the wok or skillet: If you overcrowd the pan, the rice will steam instead of fry. This will make it mushy and bland.
- Cook the rice in batches: If you're making a large batch of fried rice, cook it in batches. This will help prevent the rice from becoming overcrowded and mushy.
- Season the rice to taste: Once the rice is cooked, season it with salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
- Serve immediately: Fried rice is best served immediately after it's cooked. This will prevent the rice from becoming dry and bland.
Conclusion:
Cantonese fried rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. By following these tips, you can make perfect Cantonese fried rice at home. With its combination of savory flavors and textures, Cantonese fried rice is a surefire crowd-pleaser that is perfect for any occasion. Enjoy!
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