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Omurice
Sauté onion and chicken in oil. Add rice, salt, peas and 2 tbsp ketchup. Fry until the grains are coated and hot.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Omurice take?
30 min all in — 15 min prep, 15 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 2 plates. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Eggs. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Frying pan.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at ½ tsp.
What can I use instead?
Ketchup → A spoon of tomato plus a pinch of sugar. Close enough.
Any tips from this recipe?
A little milk in the eggs makes the cafe drape easier. Chicken is usual. Leftover ham is a house version.
Can I prepare this ahead?
Chicken is usual. Leftover ham is a house version.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.