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Chinese bàn fàn

Savor the Comfort of Homemade Chinese Bàn Fàn Tonight

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Chinese bàn fàn, a comforting mixed rice bowl that’s quick to prepare and endlessly customizable.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Substitute with soy sauce for a vegetarian option
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Low-sodium soy sauce can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar May omit or use a sugar alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Scallion (chopped) Can be replaced with chives
  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped) Parsley can be an alternative
For the Eggs and Rice
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Substitute with canola or any neutral oil
  • 2 large Eggs Use scrambled eggs for a vegetarian option
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Leftover rice is ideal

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • medium heatproof bowl
  • large serving bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium heatproof bowl, combine the oyster sauce, light soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, chopped scallion, and cilantro. Mix well to create a flavorful sauce.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat until it begins to shimmer and smoke slightly.
  3. Carefully drizzle the hot oil over the prepared sauce mixture. Stir quickly to combine all the ingredients.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium-low and crack in the eggs. Fry them to your desired doneness.
  5. In a large serving bowl, add warmed or leftover rice. Pour the aromatic sauce over the rice and gently mix.
  6. Top with the fried eggs, and sprinkle additional scallions or cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using cold, leftover rice makes mixing easier. Adjust the sauce to your taste, and ensure the vegetable oil is hot enough to unlock flavors. Garnish generously with fresh toppings.

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