Filipino Garlic Fried Rice (Sinangag) Recipe

Filipino Garlic Fried Rice (Easy Sinangag Recipe) with green onions and toasted garlic

Filipino Garlic Fried Rice (Sinangag) Recipe

This easy Filipino Garlic Fried Rice is made with cold, cooked rice, fresh garlic, and a little oil. It's fragrant, savory, and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Course Breakfast, Side Dish

Cuisine Asian, Filipino

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 154kcal

Author Savory Thoughts

Equipment

Large skillet or wok; For frying the garlic and rice evenly.
Wooden spoon or spatula; For stirring and tossing the rice.
Sharp knife; For mincing the garlic.
Cutting Board For preparing the garlic.
Measuring Cups and Spoons For measuring the rice and oil.
Fork; For breaking up clumps of cold rice before frying.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked and cooled rice
4 tablespoons neutral oil
15 garlic cloves minced
Soy Sauce; to taste or salt to taste

Instructions

Prepare the rice. Break up any clumps in the cold, cooked rice using a fork or your hands. Set aside.
Heat the oil. Add the neutral oil to a large skillet or wok over medium-low heat.
Cook the garlic. Add the minced garlic and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
Add the rice. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the cooked rice. Stir well to coat the grains with the garlic-infused oil.
Fry the rice. Cook for 4–6 minutes, stirring and tossing frequently, until the rice is heated through and some grains are lightly toasted.
Season and serve. Add soy sauce or salt to taste, toss once more, and serve immediately with your favorite breakfast or main dish.

Notes

Recipe Notes

Cold, previously cooked rice produces the best texture.

Keep the heat moderate when cooking the garlic to prevent bitterness.

If the garlic begins browning too quickly, reduce the heat before adding the rice.

Jasmine rice works especially well, although other long-grain rice varieties can also be used.

For extra garlic flavor, reserve a small amount of the lightly golden garlic before adding the rice and sprinkle it over the finished dish.

Nutrition values are estimates based on the cooked white rice, the neutral oil, and approximately 45 grams of garlic, divided into four servings. Actual values vary by rice variety, garlic size, oil type, and salt added.

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