Fridge Raid Feast! Chef Baek’s Style Ham Fried Rice Recipe
Fridge Raid Feast! Chef Baek’s Style Ham Fried Rice Recipe
Beginner-Friendly: Quick & Easy Baek Jong-won Ham Fried Rice for One
Tired of staring into the fridge with nothing to eat? Turn those leftover ingredients into a hearty and delicious meal with this simple ham fried rice recipe. Packed with flavor and satisfying, it’s perfect for a solo dining experience.
Main Ingredients- 1 bowl of warm cooked rice
- 1/2 cup luncheon meat (diced, use a paper cup for measurement)
- 1 stalk of green onion (finely chopped)
- 1/6 Korean zucchini (diced)
- 1/2 onion (diced)
- 1/6 carrot (diced)
- 1/6 king oyster mushroom (diced)
- 1 fresh egg
Chef Baek’s Special Seasoning (Tablespoon Measurement)- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 piece of butter (for enhanced flavor)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- A pinch of black pepper (to taste)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 piece of butter (for enhanced flavor)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- A pinch of black pepper (to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all the ingredients for your fried rice. Dice the zucchini, onion, carrot, and king oyster mushroom – feel free to use any leftover vegetables from your fridge! Aim for a similar dice size as the luncheon meat for even cooking and a pleasing texture.
Step 2
Next, we’ll make the aromatic green onion oil, a secret weapon from Chef Baek! Finely chop one stalk of green onion. Sautéing the green onions in oil releases a wonderful fragrance that elevates the entire fried rice dish. It makes a significant difference compared to simply stir-frying everything together.
Step 3
Prepare one fresh egg to add richness and a creamy texture to your fried rice. While a sunny-side-up egg on top is delicious, scrambling it directly into the rice makes for a quicker and equally flavorful dish.
Step 4
Now, let’s start stir-frying! Heat about 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add all the chopped green onions and stir-fry until fragrant and they begin to sizzle, releasing their delicious aroma.
Step 5
Once the green onions are fragrant, add all the diced vegetables and luncheon meat to the pan. Keep the heat on medium to prevent burning.
Step 6
Stir-fry the ingredients well, ensuring everything is evenly mixed. Continue to cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, or until the hardest vegetable, the carrot, is tender-crisp. You’ll notice the natural sweetness of the vegetables start to emerge.
Step 7
Time to season! Here’s a Chef Baek tip for adding a smoky ‘wok hei’ flavor: push the ingredients to one side of the pan. Pour 1 tablespoon of soy sauce into the empty space. It will sizzle and caramelize instantly due to the heat. Quickly stir everything together to coat the ingredients evenly.
Step 8
Crack the prepared egg into the empty space in the pan. Using a spatula or chopsticks, quickly scramble the egg in a ‘Z’ motion until just cooked. Mix it into the rice quickly while it’s still hot.
Step 9
Now, add the star of the show: the rice! Gently break up any clumps with your spatula and stir-fry thoroughly to combine it with the other ingredients. Continue to cook over medium heat, ensuring each grain of rice is coated with the flavors.
Step 10
For the final touch of flavor and richness, add a piece of butter. My personal tip is that butter makes the fried rice incredibly creamy and delicious! Once melted, add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, a sprinkle of black pepper, and finally, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to complete the nutty aroma. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until everything is well combined. Your delicious Chef Baek-style ham fried rice is ready to enjoy!
