Description
Omurice is a comforting Japanese dish that combines a fluffy omelet with ketchup-flavored fried rice, often garnished with a drizzle of ketchup on top.
Ingredients
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- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2–3 boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 cup peas & carrots
- 1 cup day-old rice (I recommend Japanese short-grain or medium grain for the most authentic Japanese experience!)
- 6 eggs (I recommend doing 3 eggs per serving)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For sauce:
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3/4 cup milk (can substitute for water)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chicken to the pan. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, or until cooked all the way through.
- Add your peas and carrots, and allow to cook for 1 minute. Then add your rice, followed by the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sesame oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Break up any clumps in the day-old rice. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, ensuring the rice is heated through and starting to get slightly crispy.
- While the rice is cooking, make your sauce. Over medium-high heat, combine all of your sauce ingredients and mix until the sauce begins to thicken a little. This should take about 10-12 minutes.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk your eggs vigorously for 1 minute until they are well-mixed and slightly frothy. Place a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a small amount of oil, just enough to lightly coat the bottom of the pan.
- Pour half of the whisked eggs into the pan. Immediately, using one hand, hold a pair of chopsticks and draw small circles in the eggs. This helps create soft curds and makes the omelet fluffier. With your other hand, gently wiggle the pan back and forth to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking. Do this for just the first 15 seconds then let the eggs sit and cook about 90% of the way through.
- Add your fried rice in the center, and shape it into a football shape. Fold in the sides of the egg and place a plate on top to flip it upside down. Serve with the sauce drizzled on top or on the side.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2