Basil Fried Rice recipe served on a plate, by Masa Japanese Hibachi
Jul 13 2026
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Basil Fried Rice Recipe

Inspired by Masa Japanese Hibachi
Time30m
Serves4

Fried rice with basil and vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Rice

Seasoning

Herbs

Oil

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prep the Vegetables

    Dice the carrots, bell pepper, and chop the onion. Mince the garlic and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Rice

    Ensure the rice is cooked and cooled. It's best to use day-old rice for better texture.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Vegetables

    Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.

  3. 5

    Add Carrots and Peas

    Stir in the diced carrots and green peas. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the carrots are tender.

  4. 6

    Add Bell Peppers

    Add the diced bell pepper and stir for an additional 2 minutes.

  5. 7

    Stir in Rice

    Add the cooked rice to the skillet. Use a spatula to break up any clumps and mix it with the vegetables.

  6. 8

    Season the Rice

    Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

  7. 9

    Add Basil

    Fold in the fresh basil leaves and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the basil is wilted and fragrant.

Serving

  1. 10

    Serve Hot

    Remove from heat and serve the basil fried rice hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.

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