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The Ultimate Simple Omurice Recipe

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A delightful and simple Japanese-inspired omurice recipe featuring buttery fried rice with chicken and marinara sauce, wrapped in a soft, fluffy omelet. Perfect for a satisfying meal that blends Western and Asian flavors with an easy-to-follow method.

Ingredients

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For the Fried Rice:

  • 1 Tbsp. Butter
  • 4 oz. Chicken breast, diced into 1/4-inch cubes (or pork, beef, shrimp, tofu, or mushrooms for a vegetarian twist)
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • 2/3 cup Cooked and cooled white rice
  • 1/3 cup Marinara sauce (plus extra for serving)
  • 2 tsp. Chopped parsley or chive

For the Omelet:

  • 3 Eggs
  • 1/4 tsp. Salt
  • 1 Tbsp. Butter

Instructions

  1. Make the Fried Rice: Heat a wok or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter and let it melt, then add diced chicken or your choice of protein. Season with salt and pepper and stir-fry until the chicken is about 75% cooked, around 1–2 minutes. Add cooked, cooled rice and stir constantly to break up clumps and coat the rice in butter. After 2 minutes, pour in marinara sauce, mix thoroughly, and cook for another minute. Stir in chopped parsley or chive, then remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Cook the Omelet: Crack eggs into a bowl, add salt, and whisk until smooth. In a separate nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat until bubbling but not browned. Pour in egg mixture, lightly scramble as it begins to set, then swirl the pan to spread eggs evenly. Use a spatula to shape the omelet into a smooth, circular form. Turn off heat and allow residual heat to finish cooking the omelet.
  3. Assemble Your Omurice: Place the fried rice in the center of the omelet, shaping it like an oval or football. Fold one side of the omelet over the rice, then tilt the skillet to the edge of a serving plate and flip the omelet onto the plate. If the edges need reshaping, gently use a paper towel to perfect the shape.
  4. Serve It Up: Pour extra warm marinara sauce or ketchup over the top. Garnish with additional parsley or chive if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting fusion flavors.

Notes

  • Substitute protein with mushrooms or tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Use cooled rice to prevent clumping during frying.
  • Be gentle when folding and flipping the omelet to keep it intact.
  • Extra marinara or ketchup adds traditional sweetness and tanginess to the dish.
  • Optional rice mold or plastic wrap can help shape the rice neatly.

Keywords: Omurice, Japanese omurice, chicken fried rice, omelet rice, easy Japanese recipe, quick dinner, marinara omurice, Asian fusion dish

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