Ingredients and Weight:
- Basmati Rice: 500g
- Chicken Breast: 250g (cut into small pieces)
- Carrots: 1 medium (diced)
- Peas: 1/2 cup
- Eggs: 2
- Garlic: 3 cloves (crushed)
- Soy Sauce: 3 tbsp
- Vegetable Oil: 2 tbsp
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
[Level 3] - Moderate. Requires basic cooking skills and attention to details.
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the rice by washing and soaking for 20 minutes, then cook until tender and drain excess water.
- In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil and scramble the eggs, set aside.
- Heat a wok or large frying pan with oil, add garlic and chicken pieces. Stir fry until chicken is no longer raw.
- Add carrots and continue to stir fry for 5 minutes.
- Add peas and cooked rice, season with soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir fry until well combined and heated through.
- Lastly, add the scrambled eggs and mix gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve hot with your choice of side dish or on its own.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: approximately 450 kcal
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Protein: 25g
Fiber: 4g
(Note: Nutritional values may vary depending on specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Vegetables and chicken combine for a hearty and satisfying meal.
- The dish exhibits a balance of flavors with the soy sauce adding a savory note to the rice.
- It's a great way to incorporate leftover cooked rice into a new and delicious dish.
User Comments:
- "The veggies added so much freshness to the traditional chicken fried rice." - John Doe
- "This is a great dish for a family meal, everyone loved it!" - Jane Smith
- "The combination of flavors was spot on, definitely a keeper." - Alice Brown
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust soy sauce, salt, and pepper according to your taste preference.
- For best texture, use day-old rice as it will not be as sticky when stir fried.
- Stir fry in high heat to ensure even cooking and crispy edges on the rice grains.
