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Corn fried rice is the ultimate comfort dish that combines the best of carbs, crunch, and flavor into a quick, fuss-free meal that hits all the right notes.
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This corn fried rice recipe is packed with sweet bursts of corn, a medley of colorful veggies, and a hit of spices that'll make your taste buds do a happy dance.
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To kick things off, rinse 1 cup of basmati rice until the water runs clear (because we're all about that fluff life), then soak it in water for 30 minutes.
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Drain, cook it in 2 cups of water until it's 90% done, and let it cool by spreading it out on a plate—nobody wants soggy fried rice, trust me.
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Now, for the stir-fry magic: heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan, and toss in 1 teaspoon each of finely chopped ginger and garlic.
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Let them sizzle for a minute to unlock their full aromatic vibes.
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Next, add 1 finely chopped onion and saut until it's rocking that translucent, golden glow.
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Enter the star of the show: 1 cup of boiled sweet corn kernels.
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Cook them for 2-3 minutes, letting their natural sweetness shine.
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To amp up the veggie game, add 1/4 cup each of finely chopped capsicum and carrots—this step is all about bringing the crunch factor to your corn fried rice recipe.
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Saut for another 2-3 minutes until the veggies are tender but still vibrant.
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Now, gently fold in the cooled rice like you're handling a Faberg egg—no mashing allowed.
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Season the mix with 1 teaspoon of black pepper powder, 1/2 teaspoon of red chili powder (for that extra kick), and salt to taste.
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Stir until everything is evenly coated in a riot of flavors.
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To finish this recipe of corn fried rice, sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of chopped spring onion greens, give it one last toss, and let it cook for 2 more minutes on low heat.
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Boom. Your corn fried rice is ready to serve—a perfectly balanced, flavor-packed meal.