Ingredients

  • 4 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated (1 inch piece)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 large carrots, chopped
  • 15 ounces cooked rice
  • 8 ounces sugar snap peas
  • 12 cup red pepper, chopped (optional)
  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • green onion, sliced for garnish (optional)
  • soy sauce, for garnish (optional)
  • toasted sesame oil (to garnish) (optional)

Method

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium high heat; add chicken, half the ginger, and soy sauce.
  • Brown chicken on all sides, then add 1/2 cup water; cook, covered, until chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, microwave carrots, remaining ginger, and 2 tablespoons water on high for 4 minutes; add rice, peas, red pepper (if using) and cook, covered, for 5 minutes, stirring twice.
  • Remove chicken and juices from the skillet; wipe dry.
  • Add eggs, cooking and stirring, for 30 minutes until scrambled; stir in rice mixture, heat through.
  • Serve chicken and juices with fried rice, garnish with green onions and soy sauce, if desired.