Are you craving a flavorful and satisfying meal that combines the convenience of a one-dish preparation with the comforting taste of Asian cuisine? In this article, we will embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of creating the perfect special fried rice, inspired by the renowned chef Rachael Ray. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds as we explore the essential ingredients, techniques, and tips for achieving a vibrant, aromatic, and delicious fried rice dish that is sure to become a family favorite.
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SPECIAL RICE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a covered saucepan. Add butter, cumin, raisins, currants, zest, and rice. Stir the rice and return to a rolling boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and add chives. Fluff rice with fork and transfer to a serving dish. Cover rice liberally with toasted sliced almonds or smoked almonds.
SPECIAL FRIED RICE (RACHAEL RAY'S)
Fried rice is so delicious, colorful, versatile, and kid-friendly. It really makes a difference separating/cooling the rice. These make a filling meal with my Scallion Tortilla Wrappers.
Provided by Roxygirl in Colorado
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil.
- Add rice, reduce heat, cover and cook over medium low heat until tender, 15 to 18 minutes.
- Spread rice out on a cookie sheet to quick cool it.
- (If you have leftover rice you can really speed this dish up).
- Heat a wok, wok shaped skillet or large nonstick skillet over high heat.
- Add oil to the pan.
- Add egg to hot oil and break into small bits as it scrambles.
- When eggs are scrambled, add garlic and ginger to the pan.
- (If you happen to be out of ginger like I was once, you can add some terriyaki sauce).
- Add carrots, pepper, scallions to the pan and quick stir-fry veggies 2 minutes.
- Add rice to the pan and combine with veggies.
- Fry rice with veggies 2 or 3 minutes.
- Add peas and soy sauce to the rice and stir fry 1 minute more, then serve.
CHINESE HOUSE SPECIAL FRIED RICE
I am always trying to raise the bar on fried rice recipes. This one reminds me of some Vietnamese versions and has a hint of sweetness both from the lup cheong and the ketjap manis. With char siu it will taste more distinctively Chinese.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook the eggs in a thin layer in a skillet and then chop and set aside.
- Cook onions in oil in a hot wok until they just begin to brown; add garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.
- Crumble the rice between your fingers so there are no clumps and add to the wok with additional oil if needed to keep from sticking, season it with salt and pepper, and stir-fry until it is nicely separated on the grains.
- Move the rice to one side and add the sausage/pork/shrimp/chicken mixture, cooking that part until the sausage/pork renders any fat and the shrimp turn opaque.
- Stir in the peas and carrots, scallions, bean sprouts, and chopped egg and stir-fry until the bean sprouts go limp or the carrot is tender, whichever way you want to test it.
- Stir in the soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, and sesame oil, mixing well, then serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.9, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 106.1, Sodium 236.2, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.9, Protein 11.5
SPECIAL FRIED RICE
Twist on the typical fried rice found at a typical Chinese restaurant. Any meat can be used, but goes best with shrimp, bacon, spam, ham, Chinese sausage, or pork. If each step is carefully followed, and the pan is always HOT when cooking, then this fried rice is sure to be a hit!
Provided by Gigachip
Categories Asian Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat 2 teaspoons canola oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until smoking.
- Beat eggs and water together in a bowl until smooth. Pour beaten egg mixture into the skillet, let it cook in the oil briefly to begin to firm, and then scramble lightly with a wooden spoon until the eggs are cooked and shiny, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove cooked eggs to a plate.
- Pour 1 teaspoon sesame oil into the hot pan. Add enough canola oil to cover the cooking surface of the pan and heat to smoking. Saute onion and garlic in oil until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes; add peas and carrots and cook until hot, 1 to 2 minutes more. Return cooked eggs to the pan.
- Gradually add rice to the skillet, breaking and tossing chunks to break into individual grains and mixing with vegetables; cook and stir until the rice starts to turn a slight brown color and is completely hot, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir soy sauce, fish sauce, sriracha sauce, sugar, salt, 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, and monosodium glutamate into the rice mixture; continue to cook and stir until the grains of rice are no longer sticking together, 2 to 3 minutes more. Remove pan from heat and sprinkle green onion and cilantro over the fried rice; toss to mix.
- Peel outside skin of cucumber with vegetable shredder to create a ragged design on the outside. Slice cucumber diagonally and arrange in a circle around the serving platter. Serve rice in middle of platter, topping with additional green onion and a dash of white pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 906.1 calories, Carbohydrate 168.2 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 1598 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
SPECIAL FRIED RICE
Twist on the typical fried rice found at a typical Chinese restaurant. Any meat can be used, but goes best with shrimp, bacon, spam, ham, Chinese sausage, or pork. If each step is carefully followed, and the pan is always HOT when cooking, then this fried rice is sure to be a hit!
Provided by Gigachip
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 30m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat 2 teaspoons canola oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until smoking.
- Beat eggs and water together in a bowl until smooth. Pour beaten egg mixture into the skillet, let it cook in the oil briefly to begin to firm, and then scramble lightly with a wooden spoon until the eggs are cooked and shiny, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove cooked eggs to a plate.
- Pour 1 teaspoon sesame oil into the hot pan. Add enough canola oil to cover the cooking surface of the pan and heat to smoking. Saute onion and garlic in oil until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes; add peas and carrots and cook until hot, 1 to 2 minutes more. Return cooked eggs to the pan.
- Gradually add rice to the skillet, breaking and tossing chunks to break into individual grains and mixing with vegetables; cook and stir until the rice starts to turn a slight brown color and is completely hot, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir soy sauce, fish sauce, sriracha sauce, sugar, salt, 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, and monosodium glutamate into the rice mixture; continue to cook and stir until the grains of rice are no longer sticking together, 2 to 3 minutes more. Remove pan from heat and sprinkle green onion and cilantro over the fried rice; toss to mix.
- Peel outside skin of cucumber with vegetable shredder to create a ragged design on the outside. Slice cucumber diagonally and arrange in a circle around the serving platter. Serve rice in middle of platter, topping with additional green onion and a dash of white pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 906.1 calories, Carbohydrate 168.2 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 1598 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
Tips:
- Use day-old rice. This will help the rice to fry up evenly and prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Chop your vegetables into small pieces. This will help them to cook evenly and quickly.
- Use a well-seasoned wok or large skillet. This will help to prevent the rice from sticking.
- Cook the rice over high heat. This will help to create a nice sear on the rice and prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Add the vegetables and sauce to the rice in stages. This will help to prevent the rice from becoming overwhelmed and soggy.
- Stir the rice constantly. This will help to ensure that the rice cooks evenly and doesn't burn.
- Serve the rice immediately. This is when it is at its best.
Conclusion:
Rachael Ray's Special Fried Rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. With its combination of savory flavors and textures, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Rachael Ray's Special Fried Rice a try. You won't be disappointed!
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