Recipe: Fried Rice - Super Hot Pepper

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Super Hot Pepper Fried Rice Stir Fry is a bold and flavorful dish that packs a punch. Featuring tender rice cooked with sautéed vegetables, juicy pieces of meat, and an abundance of super hot peppers, this stir fry is not for the faint of heart. The heat from the peppers is tempered by the nuttiness of the rice and the sweetness of the vegetables, making this dish a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a fun and spicy meal to share with friends, this Super Hot Pepper Fried Rice Stir Fry is sure to satisfy your cravings for something bold and spicy. Whether you prefer a mild heat or an extra spicy kick, you can adjust the heat level to your preference by using more or fewer hot peppers. So why not give this dish a try and see if you have what it takes to handle the heat!

Ingredients:

2 cups of cooked white or brown rice
1 tablespoon of sesame oil
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup of sliced mushrooms
1 cup of diced carrots
1 cup of diced celery
2-3 super hot peppers, seeds and stems removed, finely chopped
1 cup of diced cooked chicken, beef, or shrimp (optional)
3 tablespoons of soy sauce
1 teaspoon of sugar
Salt and pepper, to taste
Green onions, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

In a large wok or skillet, heat the sesame oil and vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and onion and stir-fry until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the bell pepper, mushrooms, carrots, celery, and super hot peppers to the wok and continue to stir-fry until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
If using, add the diced chicken, beef, or shrimp to the wok and stir-fry until fully cooked.
Add the cooked rice to the wok and stir-fry until well mixed with the vegetables and protein.
In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the fried rice and stir-fry until the sauce is evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust the seasoning to your preference.
Transfer the fried rice to a serving platter and sprinkle with chopped green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!

Photo by Louis Hansel

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Notes:

You can add other vegetables to your stir fry, such as sliced zucchini, snow peas, or broccoli, depending on what you have on hand. Be sure to handle super hot peppers with care and use gloves if necessary. It's important to finely chop the peppers to distribute the heat evenly throughout the dish. If you prefer a milder version, you can substitute milder peppers or reduce the amount of super hot peppers used.