Filipino Garlic Fried Rice (Sinangag)
A comforting Filipino breakfast dish made with day-old rice and crispy garlic, creating a fluffy and flavorful experience.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 3 cups day old cooked white rice, cold and separated Day old rice fries better and stays fluffy.
- 8-10 cloves garlic, finely chopped or sliced Use sliced for crispy chips or chopped for even flavor.
- 2-3 tablespoons neutral oil or a mix of oil and a bit of butter Neutral oil keeps the garlic clean tasting.
- to taste Salt
- optional Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce or soy sauce Optional for extra depth.
- 2 green onions or chives, thinly sliced Optional for garnish.
- 2 Eggs for serving Optional.
- 1 Calamansi or lemon wedge Optional for serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Bring the cold rice out of the fridge and break up any clumps with clean hands or a fork.
- If there are hard chunks, sprinkle a teaspoon of water over them and gently press to loosen.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the oil.
- When the oil shimmers, drop in the garlic and stir gently to achieve a light golden color.
- Season the oil with a pinch of salt.
- Add the rice to the pan and press and toss it quickly.
- If the pan looks dry, add more oil.
- Sprinkle a little salt and pepper and taste.
- If desired, splash a teaspoon of fish sauce or soy sauce.
- When the rice is hot and fluffy, turn off the heat and fold in most of the fried garlic chips and green onions.
- Plate and garnish with the remaining garlic chips, and serve, optionally with eggs.
Notes
Patience is key to achieving golden garlic and fluffy rice. You can customize this recipe by adding vegetables or different sauces based on your taste preferences.