Name: Savory Japanese BBQ Fried Rice: Quick Comfort in Every Bite
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 2 cups Jasmine Rice (Day-old rice works best for a non-clumpy texture.); 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil (A high smoke point oil like canola or peanut.); 1 cup Sliced Beef/Chicken (Slice thinly for quick cooking.); 2 large Eggs (Scramble them before mixing with rice; substitute with tofu for vegetarian option.); 1/4 cup Japanese BBQ Sauce (Teriyaki sauce is a great alternative.); 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Adjust to preference for deeper flavors.); 3 cloves Garlic (Freshly minced for aromatic warmth.); 1 cup Mixed Vegetables (Use a colorful mix of carrots, bell peppers, and peas.); 1/4 cup Scallions (Provide garnish and can be used in the dish.); to taste Salt; to taste Pepper; 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds (For added crunch and nutty flavor.)

Description

Savory Japanese BBQ Fried Rice: Quick Comfort in Every Bite

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups Jasmine Rice (Day-old rice works best for a non-clumpy texture.)
1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil (A high smoke point oil like canola or peanut.)
1 cup Sliced Beef/Chicken (Slice thinly for quick cooking.)
2 large Eggs (Scramble them before mixing with rice; substitute with tofu for vegetarian option.)
1/4 cup Japanese BBQ Sauce (Teriyaki sauce is a great alternative.)
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Adjust to preference for deeper flavors.)
3 cloves Garlic (Freshly minced for aromatic warmth.)
1 cup Mixed Vegetables (Use a colorful mix of carrots, bell peppers, and peas.)
1/4 cup Scallions (Provide garnish and can be used in the dish.)
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds (For added crunch and nutty flavor.)

Instructions

Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add sliced beef or chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
Sauté minced garlic and mixed vegetables for 2-3 minutes until tender but vibrant.
Push vegetables to one side and scramble the eggs in the cleared area for 1-2 minutes. Mix with vegetables.
Add jasmine rice to the skillet in batches, mixing it with the vegetable and egg mixture for 3-4 minutes.
Return the cooked meat to the skillet, drizzling with Japanese BBQ sauce and soy sauce. Stir for 2 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
Transfer fried rice to plates and garnish with scallions and toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stir-fry
Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 52 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 20 g
Cholesterol: 180 mg

Keywords: Japanese BBQ Fried Rice, Fried Rice, Quick Dinner, Comfort Food