Quick and Tasty Garlic Ginger Scallion Fried Rice
A quick and flavorful scallion fried rice made with garlic, ginger, and leftover rice, inspired by Caribbean-Chinese cooking traditions.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 stalk celery sliced
- 3 scallions chopped
- 3 cloves garlic rough chopped
- 3/4 tablespoon ginger grated
- 3 cups cooked rice chilled
- 1 1/2 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili crisp optional
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Prep all of the ingredients in advance as this is a very quick recipe to put together. I’d recommend chilling the rice to give you that grainy or shelly texture and not have soggy fried rice.
- Heat the oil in a wide pan on medium-high heat and add the celery as this takes the longest to cook.
- 90 seconds later add the scallions, garlic, and ginger, and stir-fry for about 40 seconds. As the scallion, garlic, and ginger hit the hot oil, they chunkay, igniting a sharp, frantic hiss that immediately fills the kitchen with an aroma so bold it’ll have the neighbors knocking on your door.
- Add the rice, followed by the soy sauce, chili crisp if using, and sesame oil.
- Mix well, heat the rice through for about 2 to 3 minutes and combine all of the flavours.
- Taste and adjust the salt (add if necessary). We didn't add any as the rice was cooked in salted water and the soy sauce will have a level of added sodium, along with the chili crisp.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make scallion fried rice without chili crisp?
Yes, the chili crisp is optional. The scallion fried rice will still have plenty of flavor from the garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. The chili crisp will give the finished scallion fried rice a lovely smoky heat.Why should I use chilled rice for scallion fried rice?
Chilled rice helps the grains stay separate and firm, giving you the proper texture instead of a mushy result.Can I use freshly cooked rice?
It’s not recommended, but if you must, spread it out to cool and dry before using to reduce moisture.Is scallion fried rice vegan?
Yes, this recipe is naturally vegan as written, making it perfect for a quick plant-based meal.What other ingredients can I add?
You can add vegetables, tofu, or even leftover proteins to customize your scallion fried rice to your liking. Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!