Oven-Baked Cheese Abalone Fried Rice: A Delicious Meal Using Fridge Staples
Easy Oven-Baked Cheese Abalone Fried Rice with Microwave!
Create a delightful meal using leftover ingredients from your fridge and fresh abalone! Sauté rice with various ingredients, then top generously with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese before heating in the microwave or oven. This Oven-Baked Cheese Abalone Fried Rice is a perfect dish for a quick snack for kids or a special treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (generous amount)
- 2 ladles Tomato sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 bowls Cooked rice (warm)
- 4 Cooked abalones (cleaned)
- 1/2 Carrot
- 1/2 Onion
- 1 Tbsp Oyster sauce
- Pinch of Salt
- Vegetable oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the vegetables. Wash and peel the onion and carrot, then dice them into small pieces, about 0.5cm in size. Ensure they are uniformly chopped, as larger pieces will take longer to cook.
Step 2
Clean the pre-cooked abalones, remove the innards, rinse thoroughly, and then dice them into small pieces, about 0.5cm. If you prefer a chewier texture, you can chop them a bit larger.
Step 3
Heat a pan or wok with a generous amount of vegetable oil. Add the harder vegetables first – the carrots and onions – and sauté over medium heat to release their aroma. Once the vegetables begin to turn slightly translucent, add the diced abalone and stir-fry together. The abalone will develop a slightly chewy texture as it cooks.
Step 4
When the vegetables and abalone are sufficiently sautéed, add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce and stir-fry quickly to ensure all ingredients are evenly combined. The oyster sauce will significantly enhance the savory flavor.
Step 5
Now, add 2 bowls of warm cooked rice. Using a spatula, gently break up the rice clumps and stir-fry until the rice is well combined with the other ingredients. Continue to stir-fry until the rice is fluffy and well-mixed.
Step 6
Once the fried rice is ready, transfer it to an oven-safe or microwave-safe dish. Spread the rice evenly in the dish; this will help the sauce and cheese melt uniformly for a more delicious result.
Step 7
Spread about 2 ladles of tomato sauce evenly over the fried rice. Generously top with mozzarella cheese according to your preference. Plenty of cheese is key for that satisfying cheese pull! Microwave for about 2-3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted, or bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly. (Cooking times may vary depending on your appliance.)
Step 8
Once the cheese is deliciously melted and golden, your Oven-Baked Cheese Abalone Fried Rice is complete! Enjoy it hot. This dish makes for a hearty and delicious meal.
