Barbecued pork fried rice with mushrooms and ginger boost

Ingredients for Barbecued pork fried rice with mushrooms and extra ginger

• 45 ml neutral oil, such as canola or grapeseed

• 115 g cultivated mushrooms, brushed free of dirt (I like a mix of oyster, shiitake, and cinnamon top mushrooms)

• fine sea salt to taste

• 15 ml minced Fresno or jalapeño chilli

• 30 g minced ginger

• 1 bunch spring onions, finely sliced, white and dark green parts kept separate

• 85 g shredded barbecued pork ribs or cooked pork shoulder

• 360 g cooked rice, clumps broken up, dried if possible

• 75 g corn kernels, fresh or frozen

• 15 ml soy sauce

• 1 egg, whisked

How to make Barbecued pork fried rice with mushrooms and extra ginger

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.

2. Sauté the mushrooms without stirring for 2–3 minutes, until browned on the underside.

3. Add a pinch of salt, stir, and cook for another 1–2 minutes, until the mushrooms are glossy and pliant.

4. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, along with the chilli, ginger, and the white part of the scallions. Stir constantly for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant.

5. Add the minced pork and stir vigorously for 1 minute, until heated through.

6. Add the rice and toss well to combine, then let it sit undisturbed for 30 seconds to toast.

7. Add the corn and cook for another 30 seconds, tossing and stirring continuously until warmed through.

8. Stir in the soy sauce and toss thoroughly to combine.

9. While quickly folding the rice mixture, add the beaten egg, ensuring it does not sit still to prevent clumping.

10. Remove the pan from the heat, add the green part of the scallions, and toss to combine.

11. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or soy sauce as desired, then serve.

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