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Chicken Fried Rice Recipe Kerala

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Chicken Fried Rice Chennai street food style
Chicken Fried Rice Chennai street food style from www.nancyscookery.com

Description

Chicken Fried Rice is a popular dish in Kerala, a state in South India. It's a complete meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. This recipe is a fusion of the traditional Kerala style cooking with a Chinese twist. The aromatic basmati rice is cooked with spices and stir-fried with boneless chicken, vegetables, and scrambled eggs. It's a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Prep Time

The total prep time for this recipe is around 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 500g boneless chicken, cut into small cubes
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers, etc.)
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • A large wok or frying pan
  • A wooden spoon
  • A sharp knife
  • A cutting board
  • A measuring cup
  • A whisk

Method

  1. Rinse the rice in cold water and soak it for 20 minutes.
  2. Boil 4 cups of water in a pot and add the soaked rice. Cook it until it's almost done and strain it.
  3. In a wok or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil and add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Saute it until the onion turns translucent.
  4. Add the chicken and stir-fry it for 5-7 minutes until it's cooked through.
  5. Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.
  6. Push the chicken and vegetables to one side of the wok and add the beaten eggs to the other side. Scramble it until it's cooked through and mix it with the chicken and vegetables.
  7. Add the cooked rice to the wok and stir-fry everything together.
  8. Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, chili sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  9. Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can add more or less vegetables depending on your preference.
  • You can substitute chicken with shrimp, beef, or pork.
  • You can adjust the amount of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chili sauce based on your taste.
  • If you don't have basmati rice, you can use any long-grain rice.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 400
  • Protein: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Fiber: 5g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to use a large wok or frying pan as the rice and chicken takes up a lot of space.
  • Cook the rice until it's almost done as it will continue to cook when stir-fried with the chicken and vegetables.
  • Stir-fry the chicken and vegetables on high heat for a crispy texture.
  • Don't overcook the scrambled eggs as it will become dry and rubbery.

Enjoy this delicious Chicken Fried Rice Kerala style with your family and friends!


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