Fried Diri Djon Djon Recipe

Fried Diri Djon Djon Recipe

Not your traditional diri djon djon—this fried Haitian black rice is loaded with chicken, vegetables, and bold flavor for a modern twist on a classic dish.

Course Dinner

Cuisine Haitian

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings Servings

Calories 1308kcal

Author Savory Thoughts

Equipment

Wok or Skillet

Ingredients

2 cups cooked Haitian black rice
¼ cup diced onions
¼ cup diced bell pepper (any color)
1 large carrot; diced
1 lb. broccoli florets
2 large eggs; beaten
2 green onions
2 tbsp. oyster sauce
1 tbsp. sesame oil
¼ cup low sodium soy sauce; to mix with the water
¼ cup water to mix with the soy sauce

For the chicken

1 large chicken breast; cut into thinly sliced strips
1 tsp. Delmas Seasoning; for the chicken
2 tbsp. low sodium soy sauce; for the chicken
¼ tsp. baking soda; for the chicken
¼ cup neutral oil; vegetable oil, peanut oil, or canola oil

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken
In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced chicken breast with:
1 teaspoon Delmas seasoning
2 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
¼ teaspoon baking soda
Mix well and let it marinate while you prep the veggies—10 to 15 minutes is perfect.
Prep the Veggies, Rice, and Ingredients
In a small bowl, add ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce, and ¼ cup water. Mix well and set aside.
Dice the onions, bell peppers, and carrot.
Chop or slice the green onions and set the green parts aside for garnish.
Make sure your cooked Haitian black rice is cold (leftover rice works best!), or at least at room temperature.
Cook the Chicken
Heat ¼ cup of neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 3–5 minutes, or until fully cooked and lightly golden on all sides. Cook 3-4 pieces at a time.
Remove the meat from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan or wok, stir fry the 1 lb. broccoli florets. Cook until vibrant green, crisp, and slightly soft.
Scramble the Eggs
In the same pan, reduce the heat slightly if needed. Add a little bit more oil, if needed, about 1 tablespoon.
Add the beaten eggs and scramble quickly.
Stir-Fry the Veggies
Once cooked, push them to the side of the pan or remove and set aside.
Add a bit more oil if needed, about 4 tablespoons, then toss in:
¼ cup diced onions
¼ cup diced bell pepper
1 diced carrot
The white part of the green onions
Stir-fry for about 3–4 minutes until the veggies are just tender but still crisp.
Bring It All Together
Add the cooked black rice to the pan and break up any clumps.
Pour in:
Soy sauce mixture
2 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
Toss everything together over medium-high heat until the rice is heated through and evenly coated—about 3–5 minutes.
Return the cooked chicken, broccoli florets, and scrambled eggs to the skillet or wok. Mix well to combine.
Top with sliced green onions for a fresh finish.
Finish & Serve
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious, fusion-style Fried Diri Djon Djon!

Video

Notes

Quick Cooking Tips:

Cold rice is key! Freshly made rice will clump. Leftover djon djon rice from the day before works perfectly.
High heat is your friend — it gives the rice that slightly crispy edge that makes fried rice irresistible.
Taste and tweak — Add more soy sauce or sesame oil to match your vibe. Want heat? Throw in some Scotch bonnet or chili flakes!

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