Baek Jong-won's Upgraded Fried Rice

Cooking tips 💡

• Home gas stoves or induction cooktops often have weaker heat, so avoid adding too much onion as it may make the rice soggy.
• Freshly cooked rice tends to clump like glutinous rice, so use chilled leftover rice or let freshly cooked rice sit to dry before using for a fluffier texture.
• When adding animal-based ingredients like pork belly, ham, or sausage, sear them well until crisp—this maximizes flavor and renders enough fat.
• The key step is letting the soy sauce bubble and smoke slightly; mix in the ingredients just as the steam rises lightly for authentic smoky flavor.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those who want to recreate the fluffy, smoky fried rice from Chinese restaurants at home.
• ⭐People looking to transform leftover chilled rice and scraps of vegetables into a satisfying one-bowl meal.
• ⭐Anyone wanting deep, savory taste and rich aroma using minimal ingredients and simple pan techniques.