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Omurice: Japanese Fried Rice Wrapped in Fluffy Omelet Recipe

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Omurice is a beloved Japanese comfort food that combines fluffy scrambled eggs wrapped around savory fried rice. This recipe features short-grain Japanese rice sautéed with onions and your choice of chicken, shrimp, or vegetables, seasoned with soy sauce and ketchup for a perfect umami-sweet balance. The soft omelet encasing the flavorful rice is finished with a drizzle of ketchup or demi-glace sauce, making it a delightful dish perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Rice and Filling

  • 1 cup short-grain Japanese rice
  • 1 cup onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup chicken, shrimp, or mixed vegetables, diced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup

Omelet

  • 2–3 eggs, beaten until fluffy and pale yellow
  • 1 tablespoon butter or oil (butter preferred for rice, oil for omelet)

Toppings

  • Demi-glace sauce, to taste
  • Ketchup or mayonnaise, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Rice: Rinse 1 cup of short-grain Japanese rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice with 1.5 cups of water in a rice cooker and cook according to the appliance’s instructions. Alternatively, boil and simmer the rice on the stovetop for 15-20 minutes. Once cooked, let the rice sit covered for 10 minutes before fluffing.
  2. Prepare the Filling: Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Incorporate your choice of diced chicken, shrimp, or mixed vegetables and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the protein is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
  3. Season and Combine: Add the cooked rice into the skillet with the filling. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of ketchup over the mixture. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until the rice is heated evenly and flavors are well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Make the Omelet: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in the beaten eggs, swirling the pan to create an even layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges are set and the center remains soft and slightly runny.
  5. Assemble the Omurice: Spoon a portion of the fried rice mixture onto one half of the omelet. Carefully fold the other half over the filling to cover it. Let cook for another minute to ensure the egg locks around the rice.
  6. Serve: Gently slide the folded Omurice onto a serving plate. Add a drizzle of ketchup, mayonnaise, or demi-glace sauce on top as desired. Serve hot for the best experience.

Notes

  • Use short-grain Japanese rice for the authentic sticky and slightly creamy texture characteristic of Omurice.
  • Adjust soy sauce and ketchup quantities to balance savory and sweet flavors to your taste.
  • You can customize the filling with your preferred protein or vegetables for a vegetarian or seafood variation.
  • Cooking the omelet on medium-low heat ensures it stays tender and does not brown too much.
  • Leftover Omurice can be reheated gently in a skillet or microwave, but fresh is always best for texture.

Keywords: Omurice, Japanese omurice, egg wrapped fried rice, Japanese comfort food, fried rice with egg, savory rice omelet

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