Heavenly Filipino Garlic Fried Rice for Cozy Comfort Meals

Filipino Garlic Fried Rice combines comforting, nostalgic flavors with customizable ingredients for a delightful breakfast experience.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Filipino

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

3 cups cooked white rice preferably day-old for best texture

For the Garlic Flavor

5-6 cloves garlic, minced adjust according to taste preferences
2 tablespoons vegetable oil can substitute with olive oil or any neutral oil

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
freshly ground black pepper add to taste

For the Garnish

chopped green onions optional for freshness

Equipment

Large skillet
spatula

Method

Cooking Instructions

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add 5 to 6 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown.
Introduce day-old cooked white rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps.
Stir well to mix garlic with rice, then season with 1 teaspoon of salt and black pepper to taste.
Let the rice fry for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Feel free to customize your Filipino Garlic Fried Rice with additional ingredients such as vegetables or proteins.

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