
Crab Fried Rice Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled
- 8 ounces lump crabmeat
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat
- Add beaten eggs and scramble until just set, then remove from pan
- Add remaining oil to the same pan
- Stir-fry garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant
- Add carrots and peas, cooking for 2-3 minutes
- Add chilled rice and break up any clumps
- Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until rice is heated through
- Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil
- Gently fold in crabmeat and scrambled eggs
- Season with white pepper and salt
- Add green onions and cook for 1 minute
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately
Special Notes
This luxurious crab fried rice showcases the delicate flavor of fresh crabmeat. The key to great fried rice is using day-old, chilled rice that's not too sticky. Be gentle when folding in the crabmeat to avoid breaking it into small pieces. The combination of soy sauce and oyster sauce creates the perfect umami flavor. Serve with additional soy sauce and chili sauce on the side.