Description
Looking for a cozy yet exciting meal? This Omurice (Japanese Rice Omelet) delivers big flavor with minimal fuss. A soft, golden omelet wraps around tangy ketchup-fried rice for the perfect balance of comfort and flair. Ideal for weeknight dinners, quick lunches, or even brunches with a twist, this dish combines Japanese home-style cooking with Western influence. Whether you’re after an easy dinner idea, a quick breakfast upgrade, or just some fresh food ideas to try, Omurice is a total win. Versatile, satisfying, and deeply nostalgic—get ready to bookmark this one.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked rice
2 large eggs
1/2 cup diced chicken breast or thigh
1/4 cup diced onion
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon butter or oil
1 tablespoon milk or cream (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and chicken. Cook until the onions are soft and the chicken is cooked through.
2. Add the cooked rice and break it apart with your spatula. Stir well.
3. Add ketchup and stir until the rice is evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
4. In a bowl, whisk the eggs with milk or cream if using.
5. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat with a small knob of butter. Pour in the eggs and swirl to coat the pan.
6. Cook gently until just set but still soft in the center.
7. Spoon the fried rice into the center of the omelet. Fold the sides over and shape into an oval. Slide onto a plate seam-side down.
8. Garnish with extra ketchup and chopped green onions. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use day-old rice for the best fried rice texture and avoid clumping.
For a richer omelet, add a pinch of cheese or a splash of cream to the eggs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
Keywords: easy dinner, quick breakfast, Japanese omelet, comfort food, fried rice omelet