Smoky Tinapa Fried Rice

Ingredients

• 2 cups (400g) cooked jasmine rice 2 cups (400g) cooked jasmine rice
• 200g tinapa (smoked fish), flaked 200g tinapa (smoked fish), flaked
• 1 small onion, diced 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 carrot, diced 1 carrot, diced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Spring onions, for garnish Spring onions, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 3g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the tinapa flakes and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.
   Add the bell pepper and carrot, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
5. 5.
   Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and add the cooked rice to the other side.
6. 6.
   Drizzle the soy sauce and fish sauce over the rice, and sprinkle with black pepper.
7. 7.
   Stir-fry the rice and vegetables together, ensuring that the flavors are evenly distributed.
8. 8.
   Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the rice is heated through.
9. 9.
   Garnish with spring onions and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Tinapa — Make sure to remove any bones before flaking the fish to ensure a pleasant eating experience.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of flavor, add a squeeze of calamansi or lime juice before serving.
• Feel free to customize the dish by adding other vegetables of your choice, such as peas or corn.
• To make it spicier, add a dash of chili flakes or a finely chopped chili pepper.
• Leftover rice works best for this recipe as it is drier and less sticky.
• If you prefer a milder smoky flavor, you can use less tinapa or mix it with regular cooked fish.

Serving advice

Serve the Smoky Tinapa Fried Rice as a main dish accompanied by a fresh side salad or achara (Filipino pickled vegetables) for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

Garnish the dish with a sprinkle of chopped spring onions to add a pop of color and freshness. Serve it in a vibrant bowl or on a banana leaf for an authentic Filipino touch.