Chahan Japanese Fried Rice
Chahan is a Japanese fried rice combining leftover short-grain rice with bacon, shrimp, and vegetables, cooked on high heat for optimal texture and descended from Cantonese fried rice tradition.
Chahan is a Japanese fried rice combining leftover short-grain rice with bacon, shrimp, and vegetables, cooked on high heat for optimal texture and descended from Cantonese fried rice tradition.
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Soak the short grain rice in water for 30 minutes before cooking.
Cook the rice with a small amount of water using a shorter cooking time due to the soaking.
Cut all vegetables and meats into small pieces.
Heat a wok or pan on high heat and add oil.
Add ingredients that require longer cooking first (bacon, shrimp, carrot, onion, garlic), cooking on high heat.
Push ingredients to the side and scramble the eggs in the pan, cooking them fully before adding the rice.
Add the cooked rice and stir-fry everything together on high heat.
Season with salt, soy sauce, ground pepper, and sesame oil. Stir to combine.
Garnish with chopped chives and serve with gari-ginger vinegar on the side.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of water or sesame oil.
wok or large skillet
Yes, day-old chilled rice works better than freshly cooked rice for fried rice as it separates more easily when stir-fried. The recipe's soaking and shortened cooking time are specific to fresh short-grain rice.
This technique prevents the eggs from mixing with other ingredients while scrambling. Once fully cooked, the eggs combine with the rice for even distribution.
A large skillet or frying pan works fine. The key is high heat and enough surface area to stir-fry all ingredients efficiently.
Yes, omit the bacon and shrimp, then increase vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, or peas. Add tofu for protein and ensure soy sauce is the primary umami seasoning.
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of water or sesame oil to restore texture.
