Omuraisu (Japanese Rice Omelet)

Omuraisu is a Japanese-style rice omelet made with fried rice. In this version, an egg omelet is draped over ham fried rice flavored with ketchup.

Omuraisu (Japanese Rice Omelet)

Course: EggsCuisine: European
Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

15

minutes
Total Time

20

minutes
Servings

1

Ingredients

  • 1 cup — cooked white or brown rice

  • 2 thin slices — cooked ham, cubed

  • 3 tablespoons — ketchup, divided

  • 1 slice — processed cheese food (such as Velveeta) (Optional)

  • 2 — eggs

  • undefined — salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • ¼ teaspoon — chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat; coat with cooking spray. Add cooked rice, ham, 2 tablespoons ketchup, and cheese; cook and stir until well combined and heated through, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl; shape into an oval.
  • Beat eggs, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Heat a small skillet over medium heat; coat with cooking spray. Add egg mixture; cook until eggs start to set. Lift edges, letting uncooked portion run underneath. Gently fold eggs, using a spatula, into a cocoon shape. Remove from heat when eggs are completely set.
  • Place omelet on top of rice; run a knife lengthwise through top layer of omelet to open like a butterfly and drape over rice. Top with remaining 1 tablespoon ketchup; sprinkle with parsley.

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