Omurice
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of omurice, a beloved Japanese dish featuring fluffy fried rice wrapped in a silky omelet. This delightful recipe combines savory chicken, colorful vegetables, and rich ketchup for an easy yet impressive meal perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a cozy movie night or looking for a quick weeknight dinner, omurice is sure to become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked day-old rice
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup diced cooked chicken breast
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (peas and carrots)
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter or oil
Instructions
- Gather the cooked rice, chicken, onions, mixed vegetables, and seasonings.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp of butter or oil. Cook the chicken until browned, then add onions and mixed vegetables until softened.
- Stir in the cooked rice, ketchup, salt, and pepper until well combined and heated through.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs with a pinch of salt. Heat remaining butter in another skillet over medium-low heat.
- Pour the eggs into the skillet, swirling gently until edges set but center remains slightly runny.
- Spoon the fried rice mixture onto one side of the omelet. Fold the omelet over to cover the filling. Slide onto a plate and drizzle with extra ketchup if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 300mg