Recipe Information

• Servings: 4
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 400 g long-grain cooked rice
• 1 egg
• 50 g cooked shrimp
• 50 g cooked ham
• 60 g frozen peas, thawed
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons peanut oil
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• A pinch of sugar

Instructions

1. Dice the ham and carrot into small cubes.
2. Chop the yellow onion finely.
3. Chop the green onions at an angle.
4. Crack the egg into a bowl and beat it well.
5. In a preheated wok, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and quickly cook the beaten egg, stirring continuously. Remove and set aside.
6. Add another tablespoon of oil to the same wok and stir-fry the cooked rice with a pinch of salt for about 3 minutes. Reserve.
7. Add the diced onion to the wok and sauté until translucent, but do not let it color.
8. Gradually add the shrimp, ham, and peas, stirring well after each addition.
9. Pour in the oyster sauce, add pepper to taste, and sprinkle with sugar. Mix well.
10. Return the rice to the wok and stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
11. Add the cooked egg back into the mixture and break it up to mix throughout.
12. Top with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Notes

You can customize this dish based on seasonal ingredients or leftovers in your fridge, such as diced bell peppers, green beans, or lardons. Traditionally, scrambled eggs are often mixed in to create small egg pieces within the rice.

Recipe Tips

For the best flavor, use leftover rice that’s a day old, as it helps to prevent the rice from becoming mushy when cooked. You can also use soy sauce instead of oyster sauce for a different flavor profile.

Nutritional Information

This recipe typically contains around 400 calories per serving, depending on ingredient variations.

FAQ

1. Can I use brown rice instead of white rice?

Yes, you can substitute brown rice, but it may alter the cooking time slightly due to the firmer texture.

2. Is this dish gluten-free?

To make it gluten-free, ensure the oyster sauce is gluten-free and check other ingredient labels.

3. Can I make this dish vegetarian?

Absolutely! Simply omit the shrimp and ham, and replace the oyster sauce with a vegetarian alternative.

4. What vegetables can I add?

You can add peas, corn, bell peppers, or any other vegetables to enhance flavor and nutrients.

5. How should I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly before consuming.