Authentic Omurice Recipe Japan, Asia

Although it may seem like an improvisation at first glance, the Japanese rice dish omurice or omuraisu is actually a successful hybrid of Eastern and Western cuisine. It can be made from leftovers or from scratch; topped with fancy demi-glace or simple ketchup; filled with whatever vegetables found in the freezer, or a whole range of local ingredients. The one thing that is sure, however, is that it is tasty, satiable and ubiquitous, which makes it one of the most popular Japanese dishes of all times. The preparation starts with cooked short-grain rice, which can be prepared specifically for omurice or used from the day before. Then, finely chopped onions and other vegetables, such as carrots, cabbage, and peppers, are stir-fried in a skillet with some finely chopped chicken or other meat. The mixture is seasoned with salt, pepper, and tomato ketchup, and the cooked rice is then stirred in, so it absorbs all the flavors. The rice is then set aside and, often in the same pan,... Read more