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Peruvian Chicken Fried Rice (Arroz Chaufa)
By Olivia Hayes
Peruvian Fried Rice, known as Arroz Chaufa, is a delightful fusion dish that combines the flavors of Chinese cuisine with traditional Peruvian ingredients. This quick-to-make dish bursts with umami from soy sauce, while the addition of ginger and garlic elevates the flavor profile. Perfect as a main course or a hearty side, this fried rice is especially great for utilizing leftover rice and can be easily customized with various proteins and vegetables.
Ingredients
Servings
4
- •1 cup long-grain rice (cooked)
- •1 tsp olive oil
- •1.25 cup water
- •3 eggs
- •salt (to taste)
- •pepper (to taste)
- •vegetable oil
- •500 g chicken breasts or filets (cut into cubes)
- •3 spring onions/green onions (only the white part, thinly sliced)
- •3 spring onions/green onions (only the green part, sliced)
- •2 cloves garlic (finely grated or chopped)
- •10 g ginger (peeled and finely grated)
- •0.5 red bell pepper (in small cubes)
- •tbsp soy sauce (to taste)
- •1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
- •1 tbsp sesame oil (optional but recommended)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat a small pot to medium heat. Add the oil and rice and stir for one minute.
- 2
Add the water and when it breaks into a boil, reduce the heat and place a lid on it. Let it cook for 15-20 minutes or until there's no water left.
- 3
