Filipino Garlic Fried Rice - Sinangag

Garlic fried rice is a favorite side dish in the Philippines. And as the name suggests, it is rice friedin garlic infused oil, and topped with fried garlic, for a total flavor bomb. What’s not to love?

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Asian, Filipino

Keyword: Filipino, Fried Rice, Sinangag

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 378kcal

Author: happyfrank75

Equipment

OXO Magnetic Measuring Cups

Ingredients

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
16 cloves garlic minced (divided)
4 cups cooked rice cooled and dry
1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 scallions thinly sliced (for garnish)
4 eggs optional, for serving

Instructions

In a large wok or skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and add 12 cloves of minced garlic. Stir-fry the garlic for 2-3 minutes until it turns to a nice golden color. Carefully remove the garlic from the pan, leaving the garlic-infused oil behind. Set aside the fried garlic on paper towels to cool.
Add the cooked rice to the garlic oil in the wok, ensuring every grain is coated. Spread the rice out in the wok, covering as much surface area as possible. Let it cook, undisturbed, for 3-5 minutes. Stir the rice well, then spread it out again and cook, undisturbed for an additional 3-5 minutes. Repeat until the rice achieves the desired golden and crispy texture.
Once the rice is golden and starting to get crispy, reintroduce the fried garlic to the pan, reserving some for garnish if desired.
Season the rice with salt and freshly ground pepper. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Transfer the flavorful garlic fried rice to a serving dish.
Garnish with extra fried garlic and thinly sliced scallions, adding a burst of freshness and color.
If desired, serve the rice topped with fried eggs. It is delicious. When the yolk runs into the rice it is soooo Goood!!

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