Golden Fried Rice ()

Golden Fried Rice (黄金炒饭) by: Judy 0 Comments Jump to Recipe Posted:11/22/2020Updated:11/22/2020 We’ve all eaten fried rice more times than we can count.Certainly enough times to know that a good fried rice can be hard to come by, and even harder to make at home without the right technique.I hope this basic Golden Fried Rice recipe can demystify the process, and perhaps ease some lingering frustration!  What Is Golden Fried Rice? Golden Fried Rice (huángjīn chǎofàn – 黄金炒饭) gets its name from the fact that you coat the rice in egg yolk before stir-frying.  It has a luxurious golden color and a pronounced rich and eggy aroma.

Add an extra pinch of salt to really make it shine.It’s subtle but so flavorful!  Its simplicity also makes it a great recipe to demonstrate some key techniques for making great fried rice.  While we sometimes encourage substitutions and adaptations, read all of my tips below and try this recipe as written.Even if it’s just this once! Keys to Good Fried Rice: High Heat & Moisture Control   The absolute keys to making a good fried rice are high heat and moisture control.

This prevents sticking, and helps you achieve that elusive wok hei (the “breath of the wok”) seared flavor.  Ultimately, it’s the wok hei that makes all the difference between a respectable fried rice and a so-called fried rice.Here are some tips to help maintain heat and control moisture:  Cook smal