Quick and Easy Garlic Fried Rice (Sinangag)
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This easy and delicious garlic fried rice is a great way to use up any leftover rice you might have in the fridge! Also known as Filipino garlic fried rice or sinangag, it’s a breakfast staple for many Filipinos worldwide but can also be eaten practically any time of the day.
If you’re looking for food you can recook that will taste just as delicious or even more, you have got to try this garlic rice recipe! It is so quick to whip up and tastes fantastic – so much better than plain rice! There is no need to fret if you have leftover rice; just store it in the fridge, then make this fuss-free garlic fried rice in the next few days (in fact, days-old rice is better for this recipe!). Your taste buds will thank you for it! Enjoy.
Why You’ll Love It
- The perfect way to recook leftover rice.
- It’s bursting with so much garlic flavor.
- This is an awesome way to inject some garlic into your diet. Garlic is incredibly nutritious, as it’s a good source of manganese, selenium, fiber, and vitamins B6 and C.
- It pairs well with so many dishes and viands! Check out our recommendations below for several ideas.
- This recipe comes together in under 20 minutes. It’s one of the simplest, easiest fried rice recipes out there.
- It’s made with staple ingredients that can be found in your pantry.
- Gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, nut-free, and vegetarian, so even those with dietary restrictions can enjoy it without worry.
Ingredient Notes
- Avocado oil – Gives the fried rice a nice, richer flavor, and it’s perfect for pan-fried recipes. We’ll use it to fry the garlic cloves and the rest of the ingredients.
- You can also use your oil of choice if you prefer. Neutral oils like canola, vegetable oil, or corn oil will work well here.
- You can also use vegan butter instead of oil for a richer taste.
- Garlic cloves – Once fried, they give the rice an aromatic flavor that makes it so delicious! They can also double as garnish to make the flavors better.
- Cooked rice – Any day-old rice can work here. I use cooked white jasmine rice that I have stored in the fridge.
- Long-grained rice works amazingly in this recipe. Avoid using short-grain rice, as it may become too mushy once fried.
- Green onions – Add texture and flavor to the dish. Can also double as garnish (optional).
- Soy sauce – Adds umami flavor and gives the rice dish a nice golden brown color.
- Salt – Enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.
- Ground black pepper – Adds a bit of smoky flavor to this rice dish.
How to Make Garlic Fried Rice
- In a skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add the oil and garlic.
- Fry the garlic until just golden, or about 1 minute.
- Remove the garlic and set it aside. Leave the oil in the pan.
- Turn the heat to high, then add the rice and green onions. Cook for 3 minutes while stirring frequently.
- Add the soy sauce, salt, pepper, and reserved garlic. Cook for 2 minutes longer.
- Optionally garnish with more chopped green onion before serving. Enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Fry the garlic a bit longer if you want to enjoy them extra crispy and the flavors deeply infused in the avocado oil.
- Use less garlic cloves if you don’t want the garlic flavor to be too overpowering.
- Break apart any large clumps of rice before putting it in the skillet. This will help the rice absorb the garlic flavors more evenly.
- Leftover rice works best for this recipe since the rice grains have dried up after being stored in the fridge, making it easy for them to absorb the garlic flavors well when fried.
- For best results, use fresh garlic when cooking fried rice.
- Use a large skillet or a wok, if possible, to help cook the rice more evenly.
What to Serve with Garlic Fried Rice
- Topped with a vegan egg or a delicious Mexican omelet.
- Served alongside various stir-fried veggies like garlic bok choy.
- Served with Teriyaki tofu for a delightfully savory meal.
- As a pairing for Creamy Vegetable Korma or Adzuki Bean Coconut Curry.
- For a vegan twist on Filipino breakfast staples, serve the rice with vegan bacon. For non-vegetarians, serve the rice with Filipino tocino, tapa, or longganisa.
For a delicious Filipino dessert, try this yummy mamon recipe.
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Garlic Fried Rice (Sinangag)
This easy and delicious garlic fried rice is a great way to use up any leftover rice you might have in the fridge! Also known as Filipino garlic fried rice or sinangag, it’s a breakfast staple for many Filipinos worldwide but can also be eaten practically any time of the day.
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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or oil of choice
- 10 garlic cloves finely chopped
- 2 cups cooked rice I like to use white jasmine rice that I cooked the day before and stored in the refrigerator
- 2 green onions white and green parts, finely chopped, plus more for optional garnish
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce gluten-free if necessary OR coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add the oil and garlic.
- Fry the garlic until just golden, or about 1 minute.
- Remove the garlic and set it aside. Leave the oil in the pan.
- Turn the heat to high, then add the rice and green onions. Cook for 3 minutes while stirring frequently.
- Add the soy sauce, salt, pepper, and reserved garlic. Cook for 2 minutes longer.
- Optionally garnish with more chopped green onion before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 752mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 62IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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Such a winner in our house! Thanks for another wonderful recipe!