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Savory Japanese Garlic Fried Rice

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A warm and comforting bowl of Japanese garlic fried rice, perfect for cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Japanese short-grain rice (rinsed and soaked)
  • 3 tablespoons Japanese ‘Kewpie’ mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
  • 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 large eggs (lightly whisked)
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped parsley (for garnish)
  • Sea salt (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Start by rinsing the Japanese short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice for at least 30 minutes to ensure a deliciously sticky and tender texture. After soaking, drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Once the butter is bubbly and fragrant, add in the finely chopped garlic. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously until the garlic becomes lightly golden and starts to release its aromatic goodness.
  3. Toss the soaked rice into the skillet, mixing it thoroughly with the garlic and butter. Make sure every grain of rice gets coated. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to pick up the flavors and heat through.
  4. Push the rice to one side of the skillet to create space. Pour the lightly whisked eggs into the empty side. Scramble them gently until they are just beginning to set, then mix in with the rice.
  5. Drizzle in the soy sauce, and sprinkle with sea salt to taste. Stir well, making sure the soy sauce is evenly distributed and all the ingredients are combined. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  6. Once everything is well-combined and heated through, remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with finely chopped parsley for a fresh burst of color and flavor.

Notes

Serve with crispy tempura vegetables or a light cucumber salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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