Kates Loaded Fried Rice Recipes

KATE'S LOADED FRIED RICE

Steps:

• In a 6-quart nonstick wok or 6-quart Le Creuset pot, heat the wok/pot over medium-high heat, and then heat oil until glistening.
• Add 1st bowl (onion, carrots, white parts of scallions), and stir-fry over medium-high heat until softened, about 4 minutes.
• Add 2nd bowl (mushrooms, garlic, ginger) and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
• Add soy sauce (and optional dry sherry) and 3rd (large) bowl (rice, chicken, pork). Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes.
• Add 4th bowl (green parts of scallions, peas), and mix.
• Push the fried rice to the outer edge of the wok or pot to create a well. Pour the slightly beaten eggs into the well, and cook, stirring gently, until nearly set.
• Toss rice and eggs together. Portion fried rice in bowls and garnish with the reserved 1 tablespoon of scallion greens. Serve.

BASIL AND TOMATO FRIED RICE

Steps:

• In a bowl, whisk the eggs with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
• Heat a large wok or 12-inch well-seasoned cast-iron or nonstick skillet over medium-high. When hot, add 1 tablespoon of oil, then pour in the beaten egg. Cook for 15 to 30 seconds, allowing the bottom to set slightly, before stirring and turning until just set. Break up the egg slightly, then remove from the wok and set aside.
• Heat the wok over high. Add 2 tablespoons of oil, along with the onions, and stir-fry for 1 minute, until slightly softened. Add the garlic and bird's-eye chiles and stir for 15 to 30 seconds, until fragrant. Next, add the tomatoes and 1 teaspoon of salt, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, tossing every now and then, until the tomatoes are softened. (Reduce heat to medium-high if it starts getting too smoky or the garlic begins to scorch.)
• Add the rice, soy sauce and half the basil, and season with 1 to 2 teaspoons of salt, to taste. Reduce heat to medium-high and stir-fry for 5 to 6 minutes, allowing the rice to soak up the tomato juices. As the liquid cooks off, the rice will char (though less so if using a nonstick pan) and develop some smoky flavors.
• Add the egg and remaining basil and toss for 1 minute. Turn off the heat and check seasonings, adding some black pepper and more salt if needed. Serve immediately.