Outrageous Fried Rice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 4 scallions, chopped 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 cups cold cooked rice 3 cups cold cooked vegetables,cut into bite sized pieces (or frozen oriental vegetables) 1-2 cups cold cooked meat, diced 2 eggs, beaten 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce 1. Heat one tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. When almost smoking, add scallions, ginger and garlic. Cook, stirring about one minute until fragrant. Do not allow garlic to brown. Remove pan from heat and transfer mixture to a plate. 2. Return skillet to the heat and add remaining tablespoon oil. Add rice, toss to separate and coat with oil. Add cold vegetables and meat. Stir until thoroughly heated. 3. Make a well in the center of the skillet; pour eggs into the well. Slowly and gently incorporate rice mixture into the eggs as they begin to set. Add reserved scallions and tamari or soy sauce. Cook, stirring one minute until eggs are completely cooked. You can use just about any rather plain leftover rice like this Sephardic Rice to make Planned Over Fried Rice.
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A recipe that tastes better when the main ingredient is 3 days old. That's for me! It is most important that you use cold dry rice or you'll have a gloppy mess. Fresh ginger really makes a difference. When I buy a knob, I cut it into 1" chunks and place the chunks in a freezer bag until I need it in a recipe. Freezing actually improves ginger. It's easier to peel and more juices release when you chop it.