Monday, May 26, 2008

Ginger Fried Rice


INGREDIENTS
3 Tbsp. canola oil
3 large eggs, beaten
1/2 pound shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps thinly sliced
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 pound sliced ham, diced
6 scallions, finely chopped
3 Tbsp. minced fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
5 cups cold cooked rice
1 box (10 oz) frozen peas and carrots, run under hot water
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. sesame oil
DIRECTIONS
1. In a large 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tsp. oil over medium heat. Pour in eggs and cook, stirring until softly scrambled, about 1 minute. Remove eggs to a plate.
2. Heat 2 tsp. oil in skillet. Add shiitakes and 1/4 tsp. salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until mushrooms are tender and lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Add to eggs.
3. Add 2 Tbsp. oil to skillet; increase heat to medium-high. Add ham, scallions, ginger, and garlic. Cook, stirring constantly for 2 minutes. Stir in rice, peas and carrots, and remaining salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until rice is hot, about 3 minutes. Stir in eggs, mushrooms, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Cook, stirring, 1 to 2 minutes.



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