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Burned Garlic Fried Rice

Irresistible Burned Garlic Fried Rice Recipe You’ll Love

This Burned Garlic Fried Rice brings bold flavors and comforting simplicity in just 25 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 3 cups cooked rice preferably day-old for the best texture
For the Vegetables
  • 6-8 cloves garlic chopped; enhances the dish with that signature crispy and aromatic flavor
  • 0.5 cups green beans finely chopped; adds a crunchy contrast to the soft rice
  • 1 medium carrot finely chopped; provides sweetness and vibrant color
  • 1 small bell pepper finely chopped; brings a refreshing burst of sweetness
  • 2 spring onion both white and greens; adds a mild sharpness and freshness
For Cooking
  • 3 tsp vegetable oil ideal for frying at high temperatures
  • 1 tsp sesame oil imparts a nutty depth to the dish
For Seasoning
  • 2 tsp soy sauce or to taste; key for umami flavor in your burned garlic fried rice
  • 1-2 tsp vinegar balances the richness with a hint of tanginess
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper crushed; spices things up without overwhelming the dish
  • 1 tsp chili garlic sauce or any chili sauce; kick things up a notch for heat lovers
  • 0.25 tsp sugar subtly offsets the savory elements
  • salt to taste; enhances all the flavors beautifully

Equipment

  • wok
  • skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

How to Make Burned Garlic Fried Rice
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat to prepare for frying.
  2. Add the chopped garlic and sauté until crisp and golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Reserve two teaspoons of the garlic for garnishing later.
  3. Incorporate finely chopped green beans, carrot, bell pepper, and the white parts of the spring onion. Stir for about 5 minutes until tender and vibrant.
  4. Gently mix in cooked rice along with reserved garlic, black pepper, soy sauce, vinegar, salt, and sugar. Stir well.
  5. Continue to cook while stirring for about 3-5 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
  6. Plate the fried rice and sprinkle the crispy garlic and green parts of the spring onion on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with a squeeze of lime for a zesty finish! Use day-old rice for the best texture and adjust seasoning to taste.

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