Chinese Garlic Fried Rice
This Chinese garlic fried rice is simple, savory, and packed with deep garlic flavor in every bite. Made with day-old jasmine rice, soy sauce, and scallions, it comes together fast and makes an easy side dish or quick meal.
Servings4 Portions
Prep Time10 Mins
Cook Time10 Mins
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
4
- cooked white Jasmine rice5 cup
- head garlic1
- scallion1
- neutral oil2 tbsp
- light soy sauce0.5 tbsp
- Shaoxing wine1 tbsp
- dark soy sauce1 tsp
- salt0.3 tsp
- sugar0.5 tsp
Step-by-Step Instructions
01
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add the neutral oil and garlic, then cook gently for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring often, until the garlic turns lightly golden and fragrant. Do not let it brown too much or it may taste bitter.
02
Add the cooked jasmine rice and increase the heat to medium-high. Break up any clumps with a spatula, then spread the rice out in the pan so it can heat evenly. Stir-fry for about 2 to 3 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the grains are warmed through and lightly coated in the garlic oil.
03
Add the light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, dark soy sauce, salt, and sugar. Toss well and stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, until the seasonings are evenly distributed and the rice turns a uniform light brown. Taste and adjust salt if needed, then fold in the scallion and serve hot.
Chef's Tips
For the best texture, use cold day-old rice so the grains stay separate instead of turning mushy. If you do not have Shaoxing wine, dry sherry is a good substitute. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in a hot pan.
