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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
=== Cooking the Rice === | === Cooking the Rice === | ||
| − | #Rinse the rice. For the fried rice, you’ll need 1 cup (225 g) of uncooked long grain white rice. Before cooking it, place it in a colander and rinse it under cool water at the sink to remove any dusty starch.<ref>http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-rice-on-the-stove-44333</ref> | + | #Rinse the rice. For the fried rice, you’ll need 1 cup (225 g) of uncooked long grain white rice. Before cooking it, place it in a colander and rinse it under cool water at the sink to remove any dusty starch.<ref name="rf1">http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-rice-on-the-stove-44333</ref> |
#*You can substitute any type of rice that you like. Both white and brown will work, as well as long, medium, or short grain. | #*You can substitute any type of rice that you like. Both white and brown will work, as well as long, medium, or short grain. | ||
| − | #Bring the water to a boil. To cook the rice, you’ll need 2 cups (473 ml) of water. Pour it into a medium saucepan and place it on the stove. Heat it on high until the water comes to a boil, which should take 5 to 7 minutes.<ref | + | #Bring the water to a boil. To cook the rice, you’ll need 2 cups (473 ml) of water. Pour it into a medium saucepan and place it on the stove. Heat it on high until the water comes to a boil, which should take 5 to 7 minutes.<ref name="rf1" /> |
#*For 1 cup (225 g) of uncooked rice, a 2-quart (1.8 l) saucepan is usually a good size. | #*For 1 cup (225 g) of uncooked rice, a 2-quart (1.8 l) saucepan is usually a good size. | ||
| − | #Mix in the rice and bring it to a gentle simmer. Once the water comes to a boil, add the rice to the pan. Stir it in, and allow the mixture to return to a gentle simmer.<ref | + | #Mix in the rice and bring it to a gentle simmer. Once the water comes to a boil, add the rice to the pan. Stir it in, and allow the mixture to return to a gentle simmer.<ref name="rf1" /> |
#*You may also want to add ½ teaspoon (3 g) of salt to the water when you mix in the rice. | #*You may also want to add ½ teaspoon (3 g) of salt to the water when you mix in the rice. | ||
| − | #Cover the rice and cook it on low for at least 18 minutes. After the mixture has come to a gentle simmer, place the lid on the pan. Reduce the heat to low, and allow the rice to cook until it is done. Begin checking on it after 18 minutes -- the rice is done when it is firm but no longer crunchy.<ref | + | #Cover the rice and cook it on low for at least 18 minutes. After the mixture has come to a gentle simmer, place the lid on the pan. Reduce the heat to low, and allow the rice to cook until it is done. Begin checking on it after 18 minutes -- the rice is done when it is firm but no longer crunchy.<ref name="rf1" /> |
#*Be sure to leave the lid on the pan while the rice is cooking so the steam doesn’t escape. | #*Be sure to leave the lid on the pan while the rice is cooking so the steam doesn’t escape. | ||
#*It’s okay if the rice is slightly sticky, but it shouldn’t be gummy when it’s finished cooking. | #*It’s okay if the rice is slightly sticky, but it shouldn’t be gummy when it’s finished cooking. | ||
#*If there’s still liquid in the pan when the rice is finished cooking, tilt the pan over the skin to drain the remaining water. | #*If there’s still liquid in the pan when the rice is finished cooking, tilt the pan over the skin to drain the remaining water. | ||
| − | #Turn off the heat and allow the rice to stand for a few minutes. When the rice is finished cooking, turn off the stove. Let the rice sit in the pan for 3 to 5 minutes with the lid on so it has time to finish steaming.<ref | + | #Turn off the heat and allow the rice to stand for a few minutes. When the rice is finished cooking, turn off the stove. Let the rice sit in the pan for 3 to 5 minutes with the lid on so it has time to finish steaming.<ref name="rf1" /> |
| − | #Fluff the rice and let it dry out. After the rice has had a few more minutes to steam, remove the lid from the pan. Use a fork to fluff the rice a bit and allow it to dry out while you prepare the other ingredients.<ref | + | #Fluff the rice and let it dry out. After the rice has had a few more minutes to steam, remove the lid from the pan. Use a fork to fluff the rice a bit and allow it to dry out while you prepare the other ingredients.<ref name="rf1" /> |
#*Don’t worry about the rice getting cold as you cook the eggs, veggies, and other ingredients. When you combine it with the other ingredients at the end, it will heat up again. | #*Don’t worry about the rice getting cold as you cook the eggs, veggies, and other ingredients. When you combine it with the other ingredients at the end, it will heat up again. | ||
=== Preparing the Pork and Veggies === | === Preparing the Pork and Veggies === | ||
| − | #Toss the pork with sesame oil. Place 8 ounces (227 g) of cooked, diced pork loin in a small bowl. Add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of dark sesame oil to the meat, and toss well until it is fully coated. Set the meat aside for the moment.<ref>http://www.food.com/recipe/sues-sesame-fried-rice-329985</ref> | + | #Toss the pork with sesame oil. Place 8 ounces (227 g) of cooked, diced pork loin in a small bowl. Add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of dark sesame oil to the meat, and toss well until it is fully coated. Set the meat aside for the moment.<ref name="rf2">http://www.food.com/recipe/sues-sesame-fried-rice-329985</ref> |
#*You can substitute any meat or protein, such as chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu, for the pork. | #*You can substitute any meat or protein, such as chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu, for the pork. | ||
#Mix the onions and carrots. Add 1 cup (150 g) of chopped onion and ⅓ cup (15 g) of grated carrots to a separate small bowl. Toss the two together well so they’re completely mixed, and set the bowl aside. | #Mix the onions and carrots. Add 1 cup (150 g) of chopped onion and ⅓ cup (15 g) of grated carrots to a separate small bowl. Toss the two together well so they’re completely mixed, and set the bowl aside. | ||
| − | #Combine the bean sprouts, peas, and green onions. Add 1 cup (100 g) of bean sprouts, 3 chopped green onions, and ½ cup (75 g) of thawed frozen peas to another small bowl. Toss them together until they’re well mixed and set them aside as well.<ref | + | #Combine the bean sprouts, peas, and green onions. Add 1 cup (100 g) of bean sprouts, 3 chopped green onions, and ½ cup (75 g) of thawed frozen peas to another small bowl. Toss them together until they’re well mixed and set them aside as well.<ref name="rf2" /> |
#*You can substitute scallions for the green onions. | #*You can substitute scallions for the green onions. | ||
#*Feel free to omit, add, or substitute your favorite veggies in the fried rice. Chinese broccoli and green beans can be tasty additions. | #*Feel free to omit, add, or substitute your favorite veggies in the fried rice. Chinese broccoli and green beans can be tasty additions. | ||
=== Frying the Egg === | === Frying the Egg === | ||
| − | #Beat the eggs. For the fried rice, you’ll need 2 eggs. Crack them into a bowl, and beat them lightly with a whisk.<ref | + | #Beat the eggs. For the fried rice, you’ll need 2 eggs. Crack them into a bowl, and beat them lightly with a whisk.<ref name="rf2" /> |
#*You can use egg substitute in place of the eggs if you prefer. | #*You can use egg substitute in place of the eggs if you prefer. | ||
| − | #Heat the coconut oil in a wok. Add 2 tablespoons (26 g) of coconut oil to a wok, and place it on the stove. Turn the heat to high, and allow the oil to melt, which should take about 3 minutes.<ref | + | #Heat the coconut oil in a wok. Add 2 tablespoons (26 g) of coconut oil to a wok, and place it on the stove. Turn the heat to high, and allow the oil to melt, which should take about 3 minutes.<ref name="rf2" /> |
#*If you prefer you can substitute peanut or safflower oil for the coconut oil. | #*If you prefer you can substitute peanut or safflower oil for the coconut oil. | ||
| − | #Cook the egg until it sets. Once the oil is melted and the wok is hot, pour the beaten eggs into it. Allow the egg to cook, swiveling the wok so the runny portion is constantly moving until it sets. Next, flip the egg over, and let it cook on the other side for a minute.<ref | + | #Cook the egg until it sets. Once the oil is melted and the wok is hot, pour the beaten eggs into it. Allow the egg to cook, swiveling the wok so the runny portion is constantly moving until it sets. Next, flip the egg over, and let it cook on the other side for a minute.<ref name="rf2" /> |
#*If you prefer, you can simply scramble the eggs in the wok by scraping them around with a wooden spoon. That way, you won’t have to chop the eggs up in the next step. | #*If you prefer, you can simply scramble the eggs in the wok by scraping them around with a wooden spoon. That way, you won’t have to chop the eggs up in the next step. | ||
#Chop the eggs into pieces and set aside. When the eggs are finished cooking, transfer them from the wok to a plate. Use a knife to chop the egg into small, bite-size pieces.<ref>http://www.food.com/recipe/sues-sesame-fried-rice-329985<r/ref> | #Chop the eggs into pieces and set aside. When the eggs are finished cooking, transfer them from the wok to a plate. Use a knife to chop the egg into small, bite-size pieces.<ref>http://www.food.com/recipe/sues-sesame-fried-rice-329985<r/ref> | ||
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#Add more oil to the work and mix in the carrots and onions. Add a little more coconut oil to the wok to ensure that it’s probably greased. Next, dump the carrot and onion mixture in and allow them to cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.https://www.pizzacraft.com/blogs/pizzacraft-blog/67415235-2-delicious-and-easy-dishes-for-wok-set-owners</ref> | #Add more oil to the work and mix in the carrots and onions. Add a little more coconut oil to the wok to ensure that it’s probably greased. Next, dump the carrot and onion mixture in and allow them to cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.https://www.pizzacraft.com/blogs/pizzacraft-blog/67415235-2-delicious-and-easy-dishes-for-wok-set-owners</ref> | ||
#*Use a wooden spoon to move the veggies around as they stir fry to ensure that they cook evenly. | #*Use a wooden spoon to move the veggies around as they stir fry to ensure that they cook evenly. | ||
| − | #Stir in the pork and cook the mixture until hot. Once the carrots are tender, add the chopped pork loin to the wok. Let the mixture cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until it is very hot and sizzling.<ref | + | #Stir in the pork and cook the mixture until hot. Once the carrots are tender, add the chopped pork loin to the wok. Let the mixture cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until it is very hot and sizzling.<ref name="rf2" /> |
#*Just as before, make sure you stir the pork and veggie mixture in the wok so it cooks evenly. | #*Just as before, make sure you stir the pork and veggie mixture in the wok so it cooks evenly. | ||
| − | #Set the veggie and pork mixture aside. When the pork and veggie mixture is hot, transfer it to the plate with the cooked egg. Set the plate aside for the moment.<ref | + | #Set the veggie and pork mixture aside. When the pork and veggie mixture is hot, transfer it to the plate with the cooked egg. Set the plate aside for the moment.<ref name="rf2" /> |
=== Finishing Off the Rice === | === Finishing Off the Rice === | ||
| − | #Heat the butter and coconut oil in the wok. After you’ve removed the pork and veggie mixture, add 4 tablespoons (57 g) of butter and another 2 tablespoons (26 g) of coconut oil to the wok. Allow them to heat for a minute.<ref | + | #Heat the butter and coconut oil in the wok. After you’ve removed the pork and veggie mixture, add 4 tablespoons (57 g) of butter and another 2 tablespoons (26 g) of coconut oil to the wok. Allow them to heat for a minute.<ref name="rf2" /> |
#*If there’s still some coconut oil in the wok, you may not need to add as much as 2 tablespoons (26 g). | #*If there’s still some coconut oil in the wok, you may not need to add as much as 2 tablespoons (26 g). | ||
| − | #Stir in the rice and season with salt and pepper. When the butter and coconut have melted, add the cooked rice to the work. Mix in 1 teaspoon (6 g) of salt and ½ teaspoon (1 g) of black pepper to season it as well.<ref>http://www.delicious.com.au/recipes/asian-style-lamb-sesame-fried-rice/0c0f6bb7-7223-4e8a-a98e-a8134948b421</ref> | + | #Stir in the rice and season with salt and pepper. When the butter and coconut have melted, add the cooked rice to the work. Mix in 1 teaspoon (6 g) of salt and ½ teaspoon (1 g) of black pepper to season it as well.<ref name="rf3">http://www.delicious.com.au/recipes/asian-style-lamb-sesame-fried-rice/0c0f6bb7-7223-4e8a-a98e-a8134948b421</ref> |
#*If you like, you can also add a pinch of five spice powder to the rice. | #*If you like, you can also add a pinch of five spice powder to the rice. | ||
| − | #Add the sesame seeds and cook the mixture until the rice is sizzling. After you’ve seasoned the rice in the work, stir in 2 tablespoons (18 g) of toasted sesame seeds. Allow the mixture to cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the rice is hot and sizzling.<ref | + | #Add the sesame seeds and cook the mixture until the rice is sizzling. After you’ve seasoned the rice in the work, stir in 2 tablespoons (18 g) of toasted sesame seeds. Allow the mixture to cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the rice is hot and sizzling.<ref name="rf2" /> |
#*You can add more sesame seeds if you want a stronger sesame taste for your fried rice. | #*You can add more sesame seeds if you want a stronger sesame taste for your fried rice. | ||
| − | #Mix in all of the other ingredients. Once the rice is hot and sizzling, add the egg, pork, carrots, onions, bean sprouts, peas, green onions, and ¼ cup (59 ml) of soy sauce. Stir well until all of the mixture is well blended.<ref | + | #Mix in all of the other ingredients. Once the rice is hot and sizzling, add the egg, pork, carrots, onions, bean sprouts, peas, green onions, and ¼ cup (59 ml) of soy sauce. Stir well until all of the mixture is well blended.<ref name="rf3" /> |
#*You can use whatever soy sauce you like. Both light and dark work well for the rice. | #*You can use whatever soy sauce you like. Both light and dark work well for the rice. | ||
#*You can also add a little oyster sauce to the mixture if you like. | #*You can also add a little oyster sauce to the mixture if you like. | ||
| − | #Serve the rice while it’s still hot. After you’ve mixed all of the ingredients together, transfer the rice to a large platter or bowl. Enjoy the fried rice while it is still hot.<ref | + | #Serve the rice while it’s still hot. After you’ve mixed all of the ingredients together, transfer the rice to a large platter or bowl. Enjoy the fried rice while it is still hot.<ref name="rf2" /> |
#*The sesame fried rice is delicious both as a main course or as a side to your favorite main course. | #*The sesame fried rice is delicious both as a main course or as a side to your favorite main course. | ||
== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
