Ham Fried Rice

This is a real favorite of my pickiest eater.  It's easy to make and faster to get on the table than take-out.  It's a win-win.

Ham Fried Rice

serves 8-10

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Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons peanut oil (or canola or vegetable), divided

• 4 large eggs, beaten

• 1 large onion, minced

• 1-2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 pound ham steak, cut into 1/4-inch dice

• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, corn, carrots), thawed

• 2 tablespoon sesame oil

• 4 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1 teaspoon fine salt

• 1 teaspoon sugar

• 4 cups leftover white or brown rice

• 4 scallions, sliced

• Optional: Sriracha or Duck Sauce

Directions

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, scramble the eggs in half of the oil; remove from pan and set aside.

2. Add remaining oil to pan and sauce onions until translucent.

3. Add garlic and saute for about a minute.

4. Add diced ham and vegetables and saute for a few more minutes to heat them through, then stir in the sesame oil, soy sauce, salt, sugar, rice, ham, and scrambled eggs; mix well.

5. Sprinkle scallions on top and serve with Sriracha or duck sauce if desired.

Notes

• Be sure to store sesame oil in the refrigerator or it may turn rancid rather quickly.

• To make 4 cups of white rice: Stir together 2 cups parboiled rice, 3 cups of water, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low for 15-18 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed. Chill rice overnight or spread into a thin layer on a sheet pan and refrigerate uncovered for several hours.

Wrinkled Asian-Style Green Beans

Have you ever eaten those additively delicious green beans found at Chinese buffets?  Well now you can make them in your very own kitchen.  I'm thrilled to be able to share this excellent recipe.

Wrinkled Asian-Style Green Beans

makes 6 servings

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Ingredients

• 1 pound thin green beans, washed and trimmed (I like French Haricot Verts)

• 1 teaspoon peanut oil

• 1 tablespoon peanut oil

• 1 large clove garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon ginger paste (or fresh minced ginger)

• 2 scallions, sliced

• 1/2 teaspoon chili paste (like sambal oelek)

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 475F.

2. Toss the beans with 1 teaspoon of oil; place on a sheet pan and roast for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.

3. Remove from oven when they look shriveled and begin to brown; set aside.

4. In a large saute pan, heat remaining tablespoon of oil.

5. Saute garlic, ginger, and scallions for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.

6. Lower heat and add chili paste, soy sauce, and sesame oil.

7. Add precooked green beans and toss to coat. Serve.

Recipe adapted from Everyday Healthy Everyday Delicious