Description
Sinangag na Garlic Rice delivers a crispy, aromatic Filipino breakfast staple that elevates simple ingredients into pure comfort. Golden-brown garlic and perfectly crisped rice create a delicious morning experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups white rice or grain of choice, cooked and cooled
- 1 head garlic, peeled and minced or roughly chopped
Seasoning:
- 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 milliliters) homemade chili oil or garlic chili oil with some sediment
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 grams) salt or more to taste
Garnish (Optional):
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Disintegrate refrigerated rice from the previous day, ensuring each grain is separated to prevent clumping during the frying process.
- Warm a spacious wok or non-stick skillet on medium temperature, then introduce chili oil and sprinkle salt, gently incorporating them together.
- Carefully scatter minced garlic into the infused oil, monitoring closely to achieve a rich golden-brown coloration without burning the delicate sediments.
- Gradually incorporate the loosened rice into the aromatic oil and garlic mixture, spreading evenly across the cooking surface and allowing it to crisp for several minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt and chili oil, ensuring each grain is thoroughly coated and infused with robust flavors.
- Remove from heat and consider presenting the rice in an inverted bowl formation for an elegant visual appeal.
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro to enhance the dish’s vibrant profile and provide a subtle herbaceous contrast.
- Serve alongside traditional Filipino accompaniments like Tofu Sisig, Adobo, or Mushroom Tocino for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Perfectly crisp rice requires day-old refrigerated grains for reduced moisture and optimal texture.
- Carefully control chili oil heat to prevent burning sediments, which can quickly turn bitter and ruin the dish.
- Toasting garlic until golden brown creates a deeply aromatic base that elevates the entire fried rice experience.
- Cooking rice in stages allows each grain to develop a delightful golden-brown crust and absorb maximum flavor.
- Serving technique using an inverted bowl creates an elegant restaurant-style presentation that impresses guests.
- Pairing with classic Filipino protein dishes transforms this simple rice into a complete, satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg