Garlic Fried Rice
Elevate your side dishes to the next level with this irresistible Garlic Fried Rice, a quick and flavorful recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a savory masterpiece. Made with fragrant day-old jasmine rice, golden minced garlic, and a touch of soy sauce, this dish offers the perfect balance of umami and aroma in every bite. Stir-fried to perfection in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights, meal preps, or pairing with your favorite Asian-inspired mains. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh green onions for a pop of color and crunch, this garlicky rice dish is as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for garlic lovers and ready in no time, it’s guaranteed to become a new dinnertime favorite! Keywords: Garlic Fried Rice, day-old jasmine rice, quick side dish, Asian-inspired recipe.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 6 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 1-2 minutes until golden and fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 3
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the cooked jasmine rice to the skillet.
Step 4
Use a spatula to break up any clumps of rice and to ensure that the garlic is evenly distributed.
Step 5
Drizzle the soy sauce over the rice, then sprinkle the salt and ground black pepper.
Step 6
Continue to stir-fry the rice for about 5-7 minutes, ensuring that the rice is well-coated and evenly heated.
Step 7
Add the chopped green onions and stir everything together for another minute.
Step 8
Taste the fried rice and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or soy sauce if needed.
Step 9
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the garlic fried rice to a serving dish.
Step 10
Garnish with additional chopped green onions if desired and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1080.9 grams (1080.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1634 |
| Total Fat 41.80g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat 6.20g | 31% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 25.20g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2348mg | 102% |
| Total Carbohydrate 283.00g | 103% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.70g | 20% |
| Total Sugars 1.50g | |
| Protein 31.20g | 62% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 197mg | 15% |
| Iron 11mg | 58% |
| Potassium 651mg | 14% |
Source of Calories