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Anchovy Fried Rice

Savory Anchovy Fried Rice for Flavor-Packed Meals

Discover the rich flavors of Anchovy Fried Rice, a quick and nutritious dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless skinless chicken breast diced
  • 1 tbsp Clear rice wine for marinade
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 3 tbsp Water
  • 1 tsp Salt
For the Vegetables
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • 1 inch Ginger fresh slices
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 cups Iceberg or romaine lettuce or frozen peas
  • 3 stalks Scallion chopped
For the Rice and Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Neutral oil for frying
  • 5 cups Cooked rice (jasmine) preferably day-old
  • 1 tin Anchovy filets in oil
  • 2 tbsp Anchovy oil optional
  • 2 tbsp Oyster sauce

Equipment

  • large pan or wok

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix diced chicken with rice wine, cornstarch, and water. Set aside to marinate for about 15 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add ginger and onion, sautéing until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the marinated chicken to the pan, cooking until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in remaining rice wine, beaten eggs, and cooked rice. Mix thoroughly to coat the rice.
  5. Fold in chopped lettuce, anchovy filets, optional anchovy oil, and oyster sauce. Stir gently until heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped scallion on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Optional: Top with sesame seeds for added crunch and flavor.

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