Fried rice or sinangag in Tagalog is Chinese inspired. It is steamed rice that has been cooled (leftover, refrigerated rice is best) then stir-fried in oil with garlic and optionally with eggs, chopped cooked meats and vegetables.

Estimated preparation & cooking time: 30 minutes

• 5 to 6 cups of "cold" steamed rice

• 1 head garlic, crushed then minced

• 1 fried scrambled egg, chopped

• 1/2 cup of any cooked meat: ham, sausage, bacon, shredded fried chicken, beef, etc., cut into small pieces or slices

• 1/4 cup of cooked green peas and/or any chopped vegetables e.g. cabbage, carrots, celery, etc.

• 1/4 cup, cooking oil

• Salt to taste

• On a big wok or frying pan, heat cooking oil

• Fry minced garlic until golden brown, set aside

• Add rice and continue mixing for 5 minutes

• Add the scrambled egg, meat and vegetables

• Season with salt, mix well

• Serve on a big platter while hot

• Top fried rice with the fried garlic

You may add any or all or the following to fried rice:

• 2 tablespoons of sesame oil or peanut oil for flavour

• chopped spring onions

Leftover steamed rice kept in the refrigerator for a couple or hours or overnight is best used for fried rice.

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