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Cantonese Chicken Fried Rice
Learn how to make a flavorful Cantonese chicken fried rice in under 30 minutes with crunchy vegetables, pre‑cooked chicken, soy sauce and oyster sauce. Ideal for a quick weekday meal, this dish uses rice cooked the day before and is made in a single pan.
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Critical Success Points
- • Heat the oil to the correct temperature before adding the aromatics.
- • Cook the eggs without letting them burn.
- • Use cold rice to prevent it from becoming mushy.
Safety Warnings
- • Watch out for hot oil splatters.
- • Handle knives carefully when chopping vegetables.
- • Ensure reheated chicken reaches at least 75°C.
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