Curry Fried rice
This easy curry fried rice recipe is made with warm, aromatic curry powder, fresh vegetables, crispy rice, and is then lightly seasoned with umami-packed soy sauce. The combination of flavors here is absolutely delicious! Plus, it is easy to make, and can be ready to eat in just 20 minutes. Customize this recipe according to your taste, adjusting the curry powder for heat and adding protein like eggs or chicken for a full meal! Follow along for all of my tips and tricks for better-than-takeout fried rice!
Ingredients needed
Butter: The key to flavorful, slightly caramelized fried rice is butter! It adds so much more flavor then neutral cooking oil! Carrots: I like to dice my carrots into small, bite sized pieces. That way they will cook more quickly! Onion: Also dice the onion into small cubes. Garlic: Garlic adds a depth of flavor and amazing aroma! Curry Powder: You can add this in increments, in order to adjust for spice. Start with just 1 tablespoon and add more if needed! Cooked Rice: Another very key component to making amazing curry fried rice is to use previously cooked and chilled rice. If you use fresh, hot rice, the grains will stick together and become mushy! Soy Sauce: I used low sodium soy sauce here. You can use regular soy sauce, but make sure not to make it too salty! Coconut aminos are also a great substitute for lower sodium. Peas: If adding frozen peas, make sure to give everything enough time to heat through at the end! Green Onions: For garnish, if desired.
How to Make curry fried rice
Sauté Veggies: Add butter to a large skillet. Once melted, add in carrots and onions and sauté over medium high heat for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Mix Everything Together: Stir in the curry powder and sauté for 1 minute to bloom the spice. Add in rice and stir fry coating the rice in the spiced and toasting the rice. Stir in soy sauce and peas. Once everything is warm, serve immediately with green onions for garnish, if desired.
What to serve with curry fried rice
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You can also freeze curry fried rice if you would like. Let it cool in the fridge and then place in a freezer safe container like a ziplock bag and freeze for up to 2 months. You can thaw in the fridge overnight and then crisp it up again in a pan before serving!
