Fried Rice Recipe

Enjoy a better dining experience with a homemade, all-in-one, and absolutely delicious Fried Rice recipe!

There are many fried rice versions you can try, but what makes the Yummieliciouz Fried Rice recipe special? Even before you fry the rice, it is already infused with amazing flavors.

Once fried with the best toppings, the rice will have an even better taste, color, and overall quality. It certainly goes well with any dish from breakfast and lunch to dinner!

With the right spices, herbs, and toppings, you can make the best Fried Rice that everyone will talk about. Every spoonful is just bursting with the fusion of the perfect flavors!

How to Make Fried Rice

In this recipe, you will learn a new and improved way of cooking Fried Rice while giving it the best flavors, toppings, and colors for an awesome meal.

Trust me; it’s not ordinary Fried Rice. Cook it today to find out just how delightful it is!

Ingredients

When it comes to Fried Rice, these are my go-to ingredients.

Basmati rice

There are many grains you can choose from, but I especially suggest basmati rice for fried rice recipes. Once cooked, it will have the fluffy, loose, and aromatic quality you are looking for.

Basmati rice is usually used in Middle Eastern or Indian dishes, and you should definitely try adding it to your diet too. It is also my go-to rice for Coconut Fried Rice and Jollof Rice!

Turkey

Did you know that Fried Rice can be a meal on its own? With turkey as one of the garnish, you can already get smoky and savory flavors.

The turkey will also have a tender, juicy, ad chewy quality for an interesting texture in your rice. I suggest using smoked turkey for a well-seasoned garnish.

Bell peppers

In this recipe, you will need green, red, and yellow bell peppers. Use the earthy and robust green bell peppers to make the sauce where you boil the rice.

On the other hand, the sweet yellow and red bell peppers will be colorful toppings for the rice when you stir fry it. Once you cook these peppers, they will also add a nice fragrance.

Aromatics

Make the Fried Rice smell and taste better with aromatics: onion, scotch bonnet, and ginger!

The onion will add a pungent, sweet, and spicy taste, while the ginger will give the dish a warm and pepper flavor. On the other hand, the scotch bonnet will add the right level of spice.

Aside from the flavor they add, these aromatics can also have good effects on your health. According to Mother Earthy Living, onion and garlic can help with immunity, sleep quality, and more.

Carrots

When it comes to stir fry veggies, carrots are some of my favorites. They have a sweet and earthy flavor with a soft and tender texture at every bite.

You will also appreciate the color that the carrots can give to the dish. According to BBC Good Food, carrots are good for immunity, skin, heart, and vision.

Green beans

Make the Fried Rice as healthy as can be with green beans. Just like carrots, green beans have a mildly sweet and earthy flavor. The beans also give a bit of crunch to the dish.

Don’t miss out on the flavors and health benefits you can get from green beans. WebMD mentioned that these beans can have positive effects on your gut, heart, and bones.

Spring onion

If you love the pungent taste of onions, then you will also love how the quality that the spring onion can give. It has a mildly sweet and spicy taste that works well with sweet veggies.

Just imagine how fragrant it can be after you cook it in the rice. It is truly the perfect garnish for any fried rice recipe.

Sweetcorn

The sweetcorn kernels may be small, but they are still loaded with satisfying flavors. They have a sweet and buttery taste coupled with juicy goodness on the inside.

It certainly gives the fried rice a more tantalizing aspect that blends perfectly with the other ingredients. Whenever you make Corn on the Cob, set aside some of the corn for this dish!

Herbs and spices

Upgrade your fried rice recipe with the best herbs and spices. I suggest using mixed herbs, curry powder, stock cubes, bay leaves, liquid stock, sea salt, and garlic powder.

Customize it to your liking for a personal touch to the recipe!

Isn’t it starting to sound like a dish already? With the combination of flavors, textures, colors, and aromas, this Fried Rice recipe is nothing short of the best! 

Directions

Put on your chef’s hat because this Fried Rice recipe is guaranteed to taste gourmet!

1. Slice green bell pepper, ginger, and scotch bonnet with a knife.
2. Blend the chopped ingredient in a blender until smooth.
3. Wash and drain the basmati rice several times and set aside.
4. In a pot, fry the onion with mixed herbs, curry powder, stock cubes, garlic powder, and sea salt over a medium-low fire.
5. Mix in the rice until well combined.
6. Pour in the pepper sauce and bay leaves.
7. Add the frozen liquid stock in the middle of the rice.
8. Leave it to cook over very low heat. 
9. Once done, set the rice aside.
10. In a frying pan, saute the onion with mixed herbs, curry powder, and stock cube. 
11. Then, toss in the smoked turkey and fry for two minutes.
12. Add the carrots, green beans, and spring onion, and fry for another five minutes.
13. Season the rice with salt.
14. Gradually, add the cooked rice.
15. Stir in the mixed bell peppers and sweetcorn.
16. Cover and leave to simmer for five minutes on low heat.
17. And just like that, you have yourself the best Fried Rice!

This fried rice is a great source of protein, vitamins, and minerals that you need for the day. It might as well be a complete meal on its own! You get the rice, the meat, and the vegetables in one bowl!

Tips

Basmati rice

Buying basmati rice

• Basmati rice is usually sold in packages in local grocery stores.
• Ensure the packaging is free from moisture, holes, and molds.

Storing basmati rice

• Store uncooked basmati rice in a container in a cool and dry area.
• Once cooked, put it in a container or resealable bag and refrigerate it for up to six days. 

Peppers and scotch bonnet

Buying peppers and scotch bonnet

• Buy peppers and scotch bonnets with shiny, smooth, and unblemished skin.
• The stem should also be attached. 

Storing peppers and scotch bonnet

• Store them in a mesh bag and refrigerate them for two weeks.
• For chopped ones, place them in lined airtight containers to last up to three days in the fridge. 

Carrots

Buying carrots

• The Produce Moms suggests buying firm and plump carrots with vibrant orange and smooth skin.
• The green tops should still be attached.
• These are best bought in bunches. 

Storing carrots

• Slice off the leafy greens and set them aside for cooking.
• Keep the carrots in a bag or plastic.
• Food 52 also suggests storing them away from fruits and vegetables.

Green beans

Buying green beans

• Buy green beans that are long with a tender and flexible exterior.
• They should also feel firm to the touch.
• You should also hear a snap when you break it apart. 

Storing green beans

• Refrigerate the unwashed green beans in resealable bags to last up to four days. 
• According to Still Tasty, cooked green beans can last up to five days in the fridge.

Spring onions

Buying spring onions

• According to BBC Good Food, always buy onions that feel farm and waxy.
• Check if they have fresh bulbs and leaves. 

Storing spring onions

• Store the spring onions in mesh bags in the fridge.
• Make sure to use it within four days. 

Sweetcorn

Buying sweetcorn

• Buy corn with a healthy green and slightly wet husk.
• You can make your sweetcorn at home, but you can also use canned sweetcorn if preferred. 

Storing sweetcorn

• Individually wrap the corn in cling film to preserve moisture.
• Refrigerate to last up to a week. 

No-Blender Pepper Sauce

Aside from a blender, you can also use a food processor, a food mill, or a mortar and pestle to make the green bell pepper sauce.

Otherwise, grate the ingredients and use them as they are for added texture and color. 

Smoked Turkey

1. Preheat the oven or griller to 120°C.
2. Spray or brush an aluminum pan with oil.
3. Put the turkey in the pan and stuff the wings inside.
4. Fill the turkey cavity with onions and other herbs of your choice.
5. Then, tie the legs together to seal it in. 
6. Rub your preferred seasoning on the turkey.
7. Let it cook in the smoker for at least six hours, depending on size.
8. Once cooked, let it rest for about 15 minutes before serving it on a plate.

Aside from using an oven or griller, you can cook it in a slow cooker for eight hours. 

Fried Rice Recipe Variations

There are plenty of ways to make the Fried Rice recipe better!

If you don’t have basmati rice, then use other varieties like white rice or Jasmine rice. It’s best to use long-grain rice for fluffy and loose quality.

You can replace the smoked turkey with cooked or leftover chicken, beef, pork, or other vegetarian or vegan substitutes. 

Meanwhile, the vegetables can include peas, broccoli, cabbage, zucchini, asparagus, etc. You might also want to incorporate butter or oyster sauce to enrich the flavor of the rice. 

I also recommend cooking other fried rice recipes like Coconut Rice, and Nigerian Party Jollof Rice for alternatives. 

Recommended Tools

• Blender: Make the bell pepper sauce in a blender.
• Frying pan: Cook the Fried Rice recipe in a frying pan.
• Pot: Cook the rice in a saucepan or pot.
• Wooden spatula: Toss the ingredients together with a wooden spatula. 

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How to Serve Fried Rice

You can have this for breakfast, lunch, or dinner meals to eat it as it is or pair it with other dishes like:

• Crispy Chicken Wings
• Grilled Croaker
• Chicken Gizzard Stew
• Roast Chicken
• Fried Eggs
• Moi Moi

Eat this every other day in moderation to incorporate other nutrient sources in your body. You can use small servings for meal prep or diet plans.

It’s also a good on-the-go dish because it has rice, meat, and vegetables. Most importantly, share it with your family and friends for a fun dining experience!

Storage Tips

• At room temperature: Eat the Fried Rice within two hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the secret to fried rice? 

According to The Christian Science Monitor, here are some of the things to consider when making fried rice:

1. Use medium to long-grain rice or leftover rice for loose texture. 
2. Aside from a pan, you can also fry the dish in a skillet. Remember not to overcrowd it. 
3. Do not overdo the seasoning for a subtle flavor. 

How to make fried rice?

First, make sure that you have leftover or pre-cooked rice. Then, chop your favorite vegetables and prepare your preferred herbs and spices. In a pan, heat oil with a high smoke point and sautee the vegetables with the herbs and spices. 

Then, add the rice and mix until well incorporated. Feel free to use any kind of protein or meat to add flavor. The great thing about it is that fried rice is customizable to your liking! 

How do you make fried rice like a pro?

You can make your fried rice better by seasoning the rice even before you fry it. I also suggest using day-old or cooked rice to make perfectly textured fried rice.

What are the parts of fried rice?

For fried rice, you will need rice, either day-old or newly cooked rice. I suggest cooking it with aromatics, herbs, and spices for a good fragrance and flavor.

Don’t skip the vegetables because they will add flavor, color, and health benefits for a hearty meal.