Garlic Fried Rice
A quick and easy fried rice recipe with garlic, perfect for a weeknight meal.
25m8Servings
Nutrition
501kcal
9gProtein
95gCarbs
10gFat
Ingredients
Garlic
20 cloves
Avocado Oil
5 tbsp
Salt
1 tsp
Basmati Rice
5 cups
Instructions
1Prepare the Garlic
5m
5mMince Garlic
Peel and finely mince about 15-20 cloves of garlic. This will yield approximately 5 tablespoons of minced garlic.
2Cook the Garlic
5m
5mHeat Oil
Heat 5 tablespoons of avocado oil (or any neutral oil) in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Start with a cold pan and add the oil and garlic together, then turn the heat to medium. This prevents the garlic from burning too quickly.
Sauté Garlic
Cook the minced garlic until it is golden brown and fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir frequently to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
3Add Rice and Season
10m
10mAdd Rice
Add 5 cups of cooked, cold rice (day-old rice works best) to the wok with the garlic and oil.
Season
Add 1 teaspoon of salt. If you have MSG at home, you can add a pinch for extra flavor.
Stir-fry
Stir-fry the rice, breaking up any clumps, until it is heated through and well combined with the garlic and oil. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
4Serve
5m
5mServe Hot
Serve the garlic fried rice immediately while hot.
Tips
Using cold, day-old rice is crucial for achieving fluffy fried rice that isn't mushy.
Don't overcrowd the wok; cook in batches if necessary to ensure the rice fries properly.
Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference, but don't be afraid to use a generous amount for maximum flavor.
For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of butter or a scrambled egg towards the end of cooking.