Description
Omurice, or Japanese Rice Omelet, is a comforting fusion dish that features flavorful ketchup-fried rice enveloped in a fluffy omelet. This quick and easy recipe can be prepared in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The delightful combination of savory chicken, tender vegetables, and creamy eggs creates a satisfying meal that appeals to all ages. Customize your omurice with your favorite ingredients for a personal touch that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6–8 oz chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/4 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 3 brown mushrooms (diced)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 6 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Incorporate chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink. Add frozen vegetables and mushrooms; heat through.
- Stir in cooked rice, ketchup, soy sauce, and season with salt. Mix well.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and salt. Heat the skillet again and pour half the egg mixture in.
- Cook until edges are set but center is slightly runny. Place fried rice on one half of the omelet; fold over to cover.
- Slide onto a plate and repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 omelet (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 420mg