Protein Packed Fried Rice

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup favorite protein (steak or chicken cut into cubes are great options)
• 1cup cooked white rice ( I use Japanese short grain)
• 2 eggs pasture raised if possible
• 1/4 cup chopped vegetables (optional)
• 1tbsp chopped green onions
• 2tbsp sesame oil
• 1tbsp tamari or gluten free soy sauce
• 1tbsp butter (raw butter is great)
• Firecracker Farm Three Kings hot pepper salt in push grinder
• Crunchy Chili oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Rice: If using leftover rice, break up any clumps with a fork. Freshly cooked rice can be used but should be cooled and spread out on a baking sheet to reduce stickiness.
2. Cook the Eggs:

• Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
• Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat them lightly.
• Pour the beaten eggs into the hot skillet and scramble them until just cooked through (they should still be slightly moist). Remove the eggs from the skillet and set them aside.

3. Cook the Vegetables:

• In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of sesame oil.
• Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry until they are tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.

4. Combine Ingredients:

• Add the cooked rice to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir well to combine and ensure the rice is heated through.
• Add the cooked eggs back into the skillet and mix everything together.

5. Season the Fried Rice:

• Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil.
• Stir everything together, making sure the soy sauce is evenly distributed.
• Taste and adjust the seasoning with FireCracker Farm salt and cracked pepper if needed.

6. Add Protein (Optional):

• If using cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu, add it to the skillet and stir to heat through.

7. Serve:

• Garnish with chopped green onions. (I prefer to mix some in the rice)
• Serve hot and enjoy your homemade fried rice! For extra kick, use your favorite Asian crunchy chili oil.

Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite vegetables or proteins!

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Dave was born and raised in San Francisco, CA. Growing up Japanese and Caucasian , Dave was exposed to many cultures and cuisines immediately. Watching and learning from his late Mother set the seeds of his pure joy of cooking. As a graduate of the City College of San Francisco’s Hotel & Restaurant program, Dave cooked professionally all over the San Francisco Bay Area for five years working in numerous restaurants, catering and corporate food services. With some unfortunate burn out, Dave went on work as a service advisor for a high end car dealer. While working there, he transitioned to one of his dream jobs as a San Francisco Police Officer. After 15 years in Law Enforcement, injuries caused Dave to retire. Cooking became my therapy after my Mother passed away. Dave always cooked throughout his careers, sharing many dishes to family , friends and coworkers. Dave has been fortunate to have met a wide range of people from many aspects of life and can’t wait share their food origin stories!

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