Quick Delicious Japanese Omurice Recipe
A beloved Japanese comfort food, Omurice combines buttery fried rice with ketchup and tender chicken, all wrapped in a silky omelet. It’s simple, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying for any time of day!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice day-old preferred
- ½ small onion finely chopped
- ½ cup cooked chicken breast diced
- 2 tbsp ketchup plus extra for garnish
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp butter for frying rice
- 4 eggs
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp butter for omelet
- Chopped parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp butter in a pan, add onion and sauté until soft.
- Add chicken, then stir in rice and mix well.
- Season with ketchup, soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for a few minutes until heated through, then shape into an oval mound on a plate.
- Beat eggs with milk and a pinch of salt.
- Heat butter in a clean non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Pour eggs in and gently stir with chopsticks until slightly runny.
- Shape into an oval and slide over the rice mound.
- Garnish with ketchup and parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for best texture and flavor.
- Swap chicken with ham or mushrooms for variation.
- Cook omelet gently to keep it soft and silky.
- Add a little cream or cheese to the egg mix for richness.