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Omurice

Delicious Omurice: Elevate Your Comfort Food Game!

Omurice is a delightful Japanese omelette rice bringing fluffy eggs and savory chicken rice together for a comforting dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Filling
  • 1 cup Japanese short-grain rice Any short-grain rice works well.
  • 1 cup diced chicken Feel free to swap in tofu or mushrooms.
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas) Use your favorite veggies.
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup You can substitute with tomato sauce.
  • 1/4 cup red wine Optional; can be omitted.
For the Omelette
  • 3 large eggs Use egg substitutes if going vegan.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Skip for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon butter Can be replaced with oil.
For the Topping
  • additional ketchup or demi-glace sauce Drizzle on top before serving.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Non-stick skillet
  • bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Omurice
  1. Cook 1 cup of Japanese short-grain rice according to package instructions, taking about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup of diced chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of mixed vegetables, 3 tablespoons of ketchup, and optional red wine; cook for an additional 3 minutes until heated through.
  4. In a separate non-stick skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-low heat.
  5. Whisk together 3 large eggs in a bowl until fully combined. Pour into the skillet, tilting to coat evenly.
  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes until edges firm up but center is soft and runny.
  7. Spoon the chicken rice mixture into the center of the omelette, folding the sides over gently.
  8. Drizzle additional ketchup or demi-glace sauce on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to use a non-stick skillet for easy omelette release and keep rice cooled for better consistency in filling.

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