Fragrant Scallion Oil and Egg Fried Rice
Super Simple and Delicious! Making Fluffy Egg Fried Rice Packed with Scallion Flavor
With just rice from the fridge, eggs, and fresh scallions, a wonderful meal can be whipped up in no time. The savory scallion oil, infused by stir-frying the scallions, permeates every grain of rice, enhancing its flavor. Soft scrambled eggs add a delightful richness with every bite. This fried rice recipe is satisfyingly delicious even without a variety of other ingredients or complicated cooking steps. Perfect for students living alone or beginner cooks!
Ingredients- 1 bunch scallions (about 100g)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 bowls cooked rice (about 400g)
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1/2 Tbsp salted shrimp (with brine)
- 2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil
- Salt to taste (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare fresh scallions. Gather about a bunch (approximately 100g) that fits comfortably between your thumb and index finger. Trim them and wash thoroughly under running water, ensuring all dirt and debris are removed.
Step 2
Separate the washed scallions into white and green parts and slice them. This separation allows you to utilize the distinct textures and aromas of each part effectively in your cooking.
Step 3
Finely chop the green parts of the scallions. These will be mixed with the eggs. Place the chopped green scallions into a small bowl.
Step 4
Crack 3 large eggs into the bowl with the green scallions. Add a pinch of black pepper and 1/2 tablespoon of salted shrimp (including some of its brine for extra umami). Whisk everything together thoroughly with chopsticks or a whisk until well combined.
Step 5
Finely mince the white parts of the scallions. These will be used to create the fragrant scallion oil for your fried rice.
Step 6
Now, let’s make the aromatic scallion oil. Heat a pan over medium-low heat and add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil and 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Add the minced white scallion parts and stir-fry slowly. Cook until the scallions turn translucent and release their fragrant aroma. Be careful not to burn them.
Step 7
Once the scallion oil is fragrant, add 2 bowls of cooked rice to the pan. If the rice is clumped, gently press it with the back of your spatula or ladle to break up the clumps. Stir-fry the rice evenly in the pan until it’s slightly loosened and heated through. It’s best to have the rice slightly fluffy.
Step 8
Push the fried rice to one side of the pan, creating a space. Pour the prepared egg mixture (3 eggs whisked with pepper and salted shrimp) into the cleared space. As the eggs begin to set, use chopsticks or a spatula to scramble them into soft curds.
Step 9
When the eggs are about 70-80% cooked and forming soft curds, gently mix them with the rice. Stir-fry everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed with a little salt or pepper. Since salted shrimp was used for seasoning, you might only need a tiny pinch of salt or none at all.
Step 10
Serve the delicious scallion oil and egg fried rice in a bowl. The subtle aroma of the scallion oil, the soft eggs, and the fluffy rice grains come together for a truly delightful fried rice experience. Enjoy your meal!
