Japanese BBQ Fried Rice Recipe
The Japanese BBQ Fried Rice Recipe is a perfect blend of smoky, savory, and umami-rich flavors.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rice day-old preferred
- 1 cup grilled chicken or beef chopped
- 2 tbsp Japanese BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- 1 cup mixed vegetables carrots, peas, corn
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 green onion sliced (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat wok over medium heat.
- Add sesame oil and garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
- Add onion and cook until soft.
- Stir in mixed vegetables. Cook for two minutes.
- Push veggies aside. Add beaten eggs. Scramble lightly.
- Add grilled meat and stir well.
- Add rice and toss everything together.
- Pour in Japanese BBQ sauce and soy sauce.
- Stir constantly for even coating.
- Cook until rice is hot and slightly crispy.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for the best texture.
- Add a splash of BBQ sauce at the end.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook in batches if needed.
- For smoky flavor, grill meat before mixing in.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.