Fried Rice Flavor Boost with Simple Tips and Tricks
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 cups mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, and green), diced
- 1 cups frozen peas and carrots
- 3 pieces green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 pieces eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 Prise salt (to taste)
- 1 Prise pepper (to taste)
- 1 Prise sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the bell peppers and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
- Push the bell peppers to the side of the pan and pour the beaten eggs into the center. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then mix with the vegetables.
- Stir in the cooked jasmine rice and pineapple chunks, breaking up any clumps.
- Pour in the teriyaki sauce and soy sauce, mixing everything thoroughly to combine.
- Add the frozen peas and carrots, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped green onions just before removing from heat.
- Remove from heat and let it sit for a minute for extra flavor blending.
- Serve in bowls, garnished with sesame seeds and extra green onions.
💡 Chef's Notes
Using day-old rice helps achieve the best texture.