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Black Garlic Fried Rice

Irresistible Black Garlic Fried Rice: Quick & Flavor-Packed Delight

A quick and customizable vegetarian meal featuring unique black garlic in a flavorful fried rice dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 3 cups day-old jasmine rice Works best cold.
  • 4 cloves black garlic Substitute regular garlic if needed.
For the Aromatics
  • 3 cloves garlic Fresh garlic boosts overall flavor.
  • 1 medium onion Shallots can be a good alternative.
  • 4 scallions scallions Use white parts for sautéing and green tops for garnish.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn) Feel free to swap for seasonal favorites.
For Seasoning
  • 3 tablespoons light soy sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce Optional, replace with vegetarian oyster sauce for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil Drizzle at the end for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon sugar Brown sugar works well if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground is best.
For Adding Protein
  • 2 large eggs Can be omitted for a vegan version.

Equipment

  • Wok or skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, pour in beaten eggs, scrambling them until just set, about 1-2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same wok, add an additional splash of oil if needed and toss in the chopped onion and scallion whites. Sauté for 1 minute until aromatic and translucent.
  3. Add the minced and chopped black garlic to the sautéed aromatics. Cook for 1 more minute, mashing slightly.
  4. Stir in mixed vegetables into the pan. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until tender but bright in color.
  5. Add the cold jasmine rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until evenly heated through.
  6. Pour in light soy sauce, optional oyster sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  7. Return scrambled eggs to the pan and gently fold them in.
  8. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame oil over the dish, tossing gently to combine.
  9. Garnish with finely sliced scallion greens and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and offers endless flexibility with proteins and veggies.

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