Nutritious Smoked Duck Fried Rice with Vegetables
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Introducing a delicious and nutritious fried rice recipe packed with tender smoked duck and crisp vegetables, all tossed in a savory oyster sauce. It’s a satisfying one-bowl meal perfect for any time!
Main Ingredients
- 1 pack smoked duck (approx. 300g)
- 1 medium onion
- 1 bell pepper (any color)
- Scallions, a small bunch
- 1 chili pepper (optional, for a hint of spice)
- 5-6 cloves garlic
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare your vegetables. Finely dice the onion, and chop the bell pepper into similar-sized pieces. Slice the scallions thinly, and finely mince the chili pepper (removing seeds if you prefer less heat). Slice the garlic thinly.
Step 2
Cut the smoked duck into bite-sized pieces, about 1.5-2 cm. Smoked duck releases its own fat, so you might not need extra oil, but if you desire richer flavor, feel free to add a little cooking oil to the pan.
Step 3
Heat a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic. This step is crucial for infusing the rice with a lovely garlic aroma.
Step 4
Once the garlic is fragrant, add the cut smoked duck to the pan. Stir-fry until the duck is lightly browned. The duck will start to release its rendered fat, which adds wonderful flavor to the fried rice.
Step 5
When the duck is partially cooked, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced chili pepper. Stir-fry together until the vegetables are slightly softened and translucent. If you prefer a crunchier texture, cook for a shorter time.
Step 6
As the vegetables begin to wilt, add 1 teaspoon of sugar and stir-fry briefly. The sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the vegetables and balances the overall flavor profile of the dish. Hold off on adding most of the salt until later, as you’ll adjust the seasoning then.
Step 7
Increase the heat to medium-high. Add your cooked rice (about 1-2 bowls) and pour the 4 tablespoons of oyster sauce evenly over the top. Use your spatula to break up any clumps of rice and quickly toss everything together, ensuring the rice, vegetables, and duck are well coated with the sauce. Oyster sauce is the key ingredient for that delicious umami flavor.
Step 8
As the rice begins to crisp up slightly, pour 1 tablespoon of soy sauce around the edges of the pan to add depth of flavor. Sprinkle in a pinch of black pepper to enhance the aroma and cut through any richness. Taste the fried rice at this point and add a tiny bit more salt if needed to reach your desired seasoning level.
Step 9
Finally, add the sliced scallions and give everything a final toss to combine. Your delicious smoked duck and vegetable fried rice is ready! Drizzle a little sesame oil just before turning off the heat for an extra nutty aroma. Enjoy your meal!
