Fried Rice Island Style

Name: Fried Rice Island Style
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Nauruan
Ingredients: 4 cups cooked rice (day-old); 2 tbsp soy sauce; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 onion, diced; 1 carrot, diced; 2 green onions, sliced; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; Salt and pepper

Fried Rice (fride rice)

Nauruan Fried Rice

⏱ Prep Time 10 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 322 kcal

Day-old rice stir-fried with soy sauce, vegetables, and egg. A quick, satisfying everyday meal.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 10.0g

Carbs 48.0g

Fat 10.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian dairy-free gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ egg ⚠ soy

Equipment Needed

wok or skillet spatula

Presentation Guide

Vessel: plate

Garnishes: green onion

Accompaniments: fried fish

Ingredients

4 cups cooked rice (day-old)
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 eggs, beaten
1 onion, diced
1 carrot, diced
2 green onions, sliced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
Salt and pepper

Instructions

1
Heat oil in wok or large skillet over high heat.
2
Scramble eggs quickly, set aside.
3
Stir-fry onion and carrot 2 minutes.
4
Add cold rice and toss to heat through.
5
Add soy sauce and toss well.
6
Return eggs, add green onions, and serve.

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Did You Know?

Fried rice became popular on Nauru through Chinese workers who came for the phosphate industry.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

wok or skillet
spatula

Garnishing

green onion

Accompaniments

fried fish

The Story Behind Fried Rice Island Style

Fried rice arrived on Nauru with Chinese laborers and merchants during the phosphate mining era. The technique of reviving leftover rice with quick high-heat cooking was readily adopted.

Nauruans adapted the dish using locally available ingredients and soy sauce, which became a pantry staple.

This practical dish reduces food waste while creating a satisfying meal.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch, dinner 📜 Origins: 20th century

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