Fried Rice with Canadian Bacon Recipe

Fried Rice with Canadian Bacon Recipe

  • 3 tablespoons peanut oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
  • 1 bunch scallions, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups cold cooked white rice
  • 1 (6-oz) piece Canadian bacon, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (1 1/4 cups)
  • 1 cup frozen baby peas, thawed
  • 2 cups fresh mung bean sprouts
  • 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
  1. Heat peanut oil in a wok or 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until smoking. Add ginger, 1/4 cup scallions, and salt and stir-fry 1 minute. Add rice and stir-fry until beginning to brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Add remaining ingredients (including scallions) and stir-fry until liquid is absorbed, about 2 minutes. Season with pepper.