Soft and Delicious Classic Omurice
🍳 The Egg is Key! Delicious Omurice Recipe to Enjoy at Home
Experience the classic taste of omurice with its perfect harmony of sweet and sour sauce and a tender egg blanket. It’s a beloved dish for all ages!
Rice Ingredients- 4 eggs
- 1/2 carrot
- 1/2 onion
- 300g ham
- Scallions or green onions, for garnish
Omurice Sauce and Seasoning- 3 drops vinegar (for egg mixture)
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 5 Tbsp ketchup
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp butter
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of sesame seeds
- 3 drops vinegar (for egg mixture)
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 5 Tbsp ketchup
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp butter
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly wash and prepare all the ingredients for the rice. Finely dice the carrot and onion. Dice the ham into bite-sized pieces. If using scallions or green onions, chop them finely.
Step 2
Heat a pan over medium heat and add the diced ham. Sauté until it’s lightly browned and slightly crispy. The ham will release some delicious fat.
Step 3
After sautéing the ham for about 3 minutes, add the diced carrots and onions to the pan. Continue to stir-fry until the onions become translucent and slightly golden. Cooking the vegetables thoroughly brings out their natural sweetness.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the omurice sauce that brings all the flavors together! Add soy sauce (3 Tbsp), sugar (2 Tbsp), ketchup (5 Tbsp), and minced garlic (1 Tbsp) directly to the pan with the vegetables. Stir well to combine and let it cook for a minute until fragrant.
Step 5
Once the sauce is well combined with the ingredients, add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt. The butter adds a wonderful richness. Finish with a pinch of black pepper for extra aroma and flavor.
Step 6
When the vegetable mixture is cooked through, turn off the heat. Add your cooked rice to the pan and gently mix everything together until the rice is evenly coated with the delicious sauce. Ensure every grain of rice is flavorful.
Step 7
Sprinkle a pinch of sesame seeds over the rice mixture for a nutty flavor and an attractive finish.
Step 8
Now it’s time to prepare the signature egg blanket for the omurice. In a bowl, crack 4 eggs. Add 3 drops of vinegar – this helps tenderize the eggs and reduce any eggy smell. Whisk the eggs thoroughly until well combined.
Step 9
Heat a clean non-stick pan over medium-low heat with a generous amount of oil. Pour the whisked egg mixture evenly into the pan. As the bottom layer of the egg begins to set, increase the heat to medium-high. Tilt the pan and use chopsticks or a spatula to quickly scramble the egg in the center, creating soft, fluffy curds while allowing the uncooked egg to flow underneath. The goal is a tender, slightly runny egg blanket. (Be careful not to overcook the egg!)
Step 10
Carefully slide the beautifully cooked, fluffy egg blanket onto the mound of seasoned rice. Your delicious homemade omurice is now complete and ready to be enjoyed! ❤
