Crab Fried Rice

Crab Fried Rice

PescatarianUnder 30 MinsLunch • DinnerPan-Asian
Easy
30min
725kcal
2people

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Classic Asian street food in your kitchen — fluffy rice fried with juicy crab meat, vegetables, egg, and soy sauce.

Looking for a way to turn an ordinary dinner into a true feast? Crab Fried Rice is exactly the dish that will transport you straight to a cozy Pan-Asian restaurant without leaving your own kitchen. This recipe perfectly combines the delicate texture of a real seafood delicacy with the heartiness of a classic side dish. The secret to perfect crab fried rice lies in proper preparation: the rice must be pre-cooked and ideally well-chilled, so that each grain absorbs the flavors without turning into a sticky mush. We'll add a little butter, which in combination with soy sauce creates that caramel-salty crust and incredibly deep umami flavor characteristic of the best wok dishes. Juicy vegetables — sweet carrots and green peas — will not only brighten the plate with vivid colors but also add a pleasant fresh crunch. Eggs will create a silky texture and harmoniously unite all the ingredients, while a pinch of sesame seeds at the very end will give the dish a light nutty aroma. Crab fried rice cooks in just a few minutes over high heat if you already have prepared grains. This makes it an ideal choice for a quick yet sophisticated lunch or dinner on a weekday. Don't be afraid to experiment with the heat intensity — it's the heat of the pan that gives that elusive smoky note that distinguishes authentic Asian cuisine. Be sure to try making this magnificent combination!

Ingredients

  • 200 g Rice (1 cup (dry))
  • 200 g Crab meat (about 1.5 cups)
  • 2 pcs Eggs
  • 1 pc Carrot (medium)
  • 75 g Peas (about 0.5 cup)
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 3 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 2 tbsp Sunflower oil
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. 1
    Thoroughly rinse the rice and boil until tender. Let the rice cool completely — ideally, use grains cooked the day before and kept in the refrigerator.
  2. 2
    Finely dice the carrot and mince the garlic. Shred the pre-thawed crab meat into fibers or cut into small pieces.
  3. 3
    Heat half of the sunflower oil in a deep skillet. Whisk the eggs with a fork and pour them into the pan, stirring constantly and quickly to make a light scrambled omelet. Transfer the finished eggs to a plate.
  4. 4
    In the same skillet, add the remaining sunflower oil and the butter. Sauté the garlic and carrot for a couple of minutes until soft. Add the frozen peas and cook for another minute.
  5. 5
    Increase heat to maximum, add the cooled rice and crab meat to the pan. Pour in the soy sauce and stir vigorously, frying everything together for 3-4 minutes.
  6. 6
    Return the scrambled eggs back to the rice, mix everything thoroughly so they are evenly distributed. Generously sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Chef's Tips

  • •The secret to fluffy fried rice is using cold grains. Freshly cooked hot rice will stick together and turn into mush when frying.
  • •Prepare all ingredients in advance (chopped and placed in bowls), as the stir-frying process over maximum heat happens very quickly.

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