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Chinese mixed rice bowl

Savor This Simple Chinese Mixed Rice Bowl for Cozy Nights

Enjoy a comforting Chinese mixed rice bowl that transforms leftovers into a flavorful feast.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Aromatics
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce or mushroom sauce for vegetarian
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or honey/agave syrup as substitutes
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 scallions finely chopped
  • a handful cilantro or parsley as a substitute
Cooking
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or sesame oil for richer flavor
  • 2-4 eggs to preference; scramble or fry
Base
  • 2 cups cooked rice fresh or reheated

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • medium heatproof bowl
  • Microwave-safe Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Ban Fan
  1. Prepare the aromatics by mixing oyster sauce, light soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, chopped scallions, and cilantro in a bowl.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  3. Drizzle hot oil over aromatics and stir gently to infuse flavors.
  4. Cook eggs in the same saucepan until desired doneness, either fried or scrambled.
  5. Reheat rice in a microwave or fluff fresh rice and mix with the aromatic mixture.
  6. Assemble by topping rice with cooked eggs and mix well before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use leftover veggies for added nutrition and variety. Adjust sauces for personal preference.

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