Recipe for Scallop Fried Rice with XO Sauce
Elevate your fried rice game with this exquisite Scallop Fried Rice with XO Sauce. Packed with umami-rich flavours and tender scallops, this dish is a restaurant-quality experience you can easily create at home.Please refer to the video instructions at the end of the recipe if you’d like to see how to make Scallop Fried Rice with XO Sauce in action.
Equipment
- 1 large wok or non-stick skillet
Ingredients
- 2 cups cold cooked rice
- 250 grams scallops
- 120 grams carrot
- 1 medium white onion
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons freshly minced garlic
- Dried chives optional
For seasoning:
- Mushroom powder, soy sauce, XO sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:Place the cold rice in a medium mixing bowl. Add the two egg yolks (discard the whites or save for another use), 1 teaspoon of mushroom powder, and 2 teaspoons of soy sauce. Mix thoroughly, then set aside.Dice the carrot and white onion. Finely mince the garlic. Set aside.If your scallops are large (not mini scallops), cut them into smaller pieces.
- Pre-cook:Heat some oil in a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.Add the scallops. Stir-fry briefly until just cooked, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook:Using the same skillet, add a bit more oil and the remaining minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant.Add the diced carrot and onion. Stir-fry briefly, then add the rice and egg yolk mixture, along with the scallops. Stir to combine, then add 1 tablespoon of XO sauce. Mix thoroughly.Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary (add more XO sauce if you like). Continue cooking until the rice grains are dry and separate (not soft or sticky). Turn off the heat, sprinkle with dried chives if using, and give it a final stir.
- Serve:Transfer the fried rice to a serving bowl. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Scallop Fried Rice with XO Sauce!