Yakimeshi (Japanese Fried Rice)

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked white rice (day-old is best)
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2 slices ham, diced
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tsp mayonnaise (optional secret ingredient for richness)

Instructions

1. 1

   Dice the ham into small squares and chop the green onions. Beat the eggs in a small bowl. If using, mix the mayonnaise into the beaten eggs (it makes the rice non-sticky).

2. 2

   Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.

3. 3

   Pour the egg mixture into the hot pan. Immediately add the cooked rice on top of the eggs.

4. 4

   Stir-fry vigorously, breaking up any rice clumps and coating each grain with the egg, for about 2-3 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the diced ham and green onions. Continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Drizzle the soy sauce around the edge of the pan (to sizzle it). Toss everything to combine.

7. 7

   Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.