FILIPINO GARLIC FRIED RICE (SINANGAG)
Quick and easy garlic fried rice. Every grain of fluffy rice is coated with garlic-infused oil and there is crunchy garlic in every spoonful.
Equipment
- Wok or large frying pan
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Fork (for breaking up rice clumps)
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice (day-old, refrigerated)
- 2 tbps neutral cooking oil (vegetable, canola, or sunflower)
- 4-5 cloves garlic minced (about 1-1.5 tablespoons)
- salt pinch
- 1 tbsp spring onions or green onions chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove rice from the fridge 15-20 minutes before cooking. Use a fork to break up any clumps so grains are separated.
- Heat oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring constantly, until garlic turns golden brown and fragrant (1-2 minutes). Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Optional: Scoop out half the cooked garlic and set aside for topping later.
- Add the rice to the wok. Break up any remaining clumps and toss to coat all grains with the garlic oil. Spread rice in an even layer across the wok surface.
- Let rice sit undisturbed for 2 minutes to crisp the bottom layer. Flip the rice, spread it out again, and let it sit for another 1-2 minutes. The rice is ready when grains start to "jump" in the pan and look slightly toasted.
- Sprinkle chopped spring onions over the rice and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with reserved crispy garlic if using.
- Serve immediately topped with a fried egg or alongside your favourite breakfast protein.
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Notes
Notes
- Best texture: Day-old refrigerated rice is essential for the best results. Fresh rice will be mushy.
- Don't burn the garlic: Use medium heat and stir constantly. Burnt garlic tastes bitter.
- Crispy garlic: Remove half the garlic after cooking to keep it crispy as a topping.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Traditional serving: Top with a sunny-side up egg and serve with Filipino breakfast meats, fried fish, tomatoes, and spiced vinegar.