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Japanese Rice Omelet

Cozy Up with this Delicious Japanese Rice Omelet Recipe

Experience the delightful taste of Japanese Rice Omelet, a comforting dish with seasoned rice and fluffy eggs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups cooked rice Using leftover rice enhances texture.
  • 1 cup diced chicken breast Substitute with shrimp or tofu if desired.
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped Shallots can be a milder alternative.
  • 1 small carrot, diced Bell peppers work well too.
  • ½ cup green peas (fresh or frozen) Corn makes a tasty alternative.
For the Omelet
  • 3 large eggs Whisk until light and airy.
  • 2 tbsp ketchup Plus more for drizzling.
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil Any vegetable oil works.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Gather all your ingredients: dice chicken, finely chop onion, and dice carrot.
  2. In a large skillet, heat oil and sauté diced chicken for 5-7 minutes until cooked.
  3. Add chopped onion and carrot, sauté for additional 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in peas and cooked rice, mixing with soy sauce for about 3 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, whisk the eggs for 1-2 minutes until light and airy.
  6. In a non-stick skillet, cook half of the egg mixture for 2-3 minutes until edges set.
  7. Spoon half of the rice filling onto one side of the omelet and fold over.
  8. Cook for an additional minute before sliding onto a plate and drizzling with ketchup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1omeletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Utilizing day-old rice improves texture. Customize with proteins and veggies to suit your taste.

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