Description
This Baked Chorizo Fried Rice recipe offers a quick and flavorful twist on traditional fried rice by utilizing the oven to cook crispy chorizo, vegetables, and fluffy rice topped with perfectly set eggs. The dish is enhanced with tamari, spring onions, and optional crispy chili oil, making it both delicious and easy to prepare in just 22 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 chorizo sausages, sliced (ensure gluten-free if needed)
- 1 tbsp freshly minced garlic
- 1 cup (155 g) frozen peas
- 1 cup (150 g) frozen corn kernels
- 450 g (1 lb) packet microwave long-grain rice
- 4 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tsp tamari
- 3 spring onions (scallions), thinly sliced
For Garnishing
- Crispy chilli oil (optional)
- ¼ cup (20 g) fried shallots
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) or 200°C (400°F) fan-forced to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the chorizo and rice mixture evenly.
- Cook the chorizo: In a large oven-safe, non-stick baking tray, add the olive oil and sliced chorizo. Toss to coat the chorizo with the oil, then place it in the oven. Bake for 10 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the chorizo is rendered and starts to crisp up.
- Add the garlic: Carefully remove the hot tray from the oven and stir in the freshly minced garlic. Keep stirring the garlic for at least 30 seconds to release its aroma without burning.
- Add the vegetables and rice: Add the frozen peas, corn, and microwave rice to the baking tray. Break up any clumps of rice with your spatula and stir everything to combine well. Return the tray to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes to heat through.
- Add the egg: Remove the tray from the oven again and push the rice mixture to one side with your spatula, creating space on the tray. Pour the lightly beaten eggs into the empty side, then bake for a further 2 minutes or until the eggs have set completely.
- Seasoning and spring onion: Stir through the tamari sauce and most of the sliced spring onions into the rice and egg mixture. Reserve about one-third of the spring onions for garnish at the end.
- Finish and serve: Serve the baked chorizo fried rice with a sprinkling of the reserved spring onions, optional crispy chilli oil, fried shallots, and lemon wedges on the side for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute microwave rice by cooking your own long-grain rice in advance, ensuring it is cooled before using.
- If you prefer stovetop cooking, you can cook the chorizo and rice mixture in a skillet, following similar steps.
- Ensure the chorizo brand you choose is gluten-free if you have dietary restrictions.
- The crispy chili oil adds a spicy kick but can be omitted for a milder flavor.
