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Arroz Chaufa

Peruvian style fried rice tossed with chicken, eggs, and crisp green onions in a savory soy glaze. High heat gives this dish its signature smoky wok aroma.

30 minMediumServes 4520 cal/serving

PeruvianDinnerStovetopStandardHigh ProteinDairy-FreeNut-FreePork-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups day-old cooked jasmine rice
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed
  • 4 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup scallions, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat.

  2. 2

    Add 4 beaten large eggs and scramble quickly until set, then remove from the wok.

  3. 3

    Add 1 lb cubed boneless skinless chicken thighs to the wok and stir-fry until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 5 minutes, then remove chicken.

  4. 4

    Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp minced fresh ginger, and 1 diced red bell pepper to the wok and stir-fry for 1 minute.

  5. 5

    Add 4 cups day-old cooked jasmine rice, pressing down to break up clumps, and fry for 2 minutes.

  6. 6

    Stir in scrambled eggs, cooked chicken, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp toasted sesame oil, and 1 cup chopped scallions, tossing constantly for 2 minutes before serving.

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Questions

What is Arroz Chaufa?

Peruvian style fried rice tossed with chicken, eggs, and crisp green onions in a savory soy glaze. High heat gives this dish its signature smoky wok aroma. This reference files it under Peruvian dinner: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 30 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Arroz Chaufa reach?

For Arroz Chaufa, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs in Arroz Chaufa?

Yes, with care. Breasts dry out sooner: pull them at 165 F, which usually means a few minutes less than the thighs would take. As written, the entry for Arroz Chaufa uses 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed.

Can I make Arroz Chaufa gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Arroz Chaufa is 3 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Arroz Chaufa contain sesame?

Yes: 2 tsp toasted sesame oil. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, eggs, soy and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How much protein is in Arroz Chaufa?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 28 g of protein in about 520 calories, alongside 62 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 890 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

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