Description
Omurice is a Japanese classic that wraps savory ketchup-fried rice inside a soft, fluffy omelet. This comfort dish blends Western and Japanese flavors into one irresistibly cozy meal, perfect for both kids and adults. It’s a quick and versatile recipe that lets you use leftover rice and add your favorite protein or veggies.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
3 large eggs
½ cup diced chicken (or ham or shrimp)
¼ cup finely chopped onion
2 to 3 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon milk or cream (optional)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon butter or oil (for frying)
1 tablespoon butter (for omelet)
1 tablespoon chopped green onions or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter or oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent.
2. Add diced chicken or your preferred protein and cook until golden and fully done.
3. Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up clumps. Add ketchup and mix well until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Transfer the fried rice to a bowl and keep warm.
5. In a bowl, beat the eggs with milk or cream (if using), and a pinch of salt.
6. In a clean non-stick pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-low heat. Pour in the eggs and swirl to coat.
7. Cook gently until the egg is just set but still soft in the center.
8. Spoon the fried rice onto one half of the omelet. Fold the other half over the rice.
9. Slide the omelet onto a plate seam-side down.
10. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley and an optional drizzle of ketchup or demi-glace.
Notes
Using day-old rice ensures better texture when frying—fresh rice tends to be too sticky.
Be gentle with the omelet—low and slow cooking keeps it tender and easy to fold.
For a rich variation, top with demi-glace sauce or Japanese curry instead of ketchup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 220mg