Arroz Chaufa

  • Total Time - 25 minutes
  • Prep Time - 10 minutes
  • Cooking Time - 15 minutes
  • Servings: 4
  • Country: Peru
A plate of Arroz Chaufa, fried rice with pieces of chicken, scrambled egg, and green onion.

Arroz Chaufa is one of the most famous dishes of chifa cuisine, a fusion of Chinese and Peruvian gastronomy. This dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner, and it's a great way to use up leftover rice and meat. The key to success is high heat and constant stirring, which ensures the rice doesn't stick and all the flavors combine perfectly.

Ingredients

Ingredients for Arroz Chaufa

  • 4 cups cold, cooked rice (ideally from the day before)
  • 500 g chicken breast, diced
  • 2 pcs eggs, beaten
  • 1 bunch green onion, white and green parts separated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 to taste salt and pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Preparing the Eggs

In a small pan, heat a little vegetable oil. Pour in the beaten eggs and cook a thin omelet. Chop the omelet into small cubes and set aside.

Step 2: Cooking the Meat and Vegetables

In a large wok, heat the rest of the vegetable oil. Add the diced chicken and sear until golden. Add the white part of the green onion, ginger, and garlic, and sauté for about a minute until the aromas are released.

Step 3: Frying the Rice

Add the cold rice to the wok and mix thoroughly to separate the grains. Add the soy sauce and stir until the rice is evenly coated. Add the sesame oil and mix one more time.

Step 4: Finishing and Serving

Finally, add the chopped egg omelet and the green part of the green onion. Mix well and serve immediately.