Japanese Omurice | Authentic Omelette Fried Rice Recipe
Japanese Omurice is a beloved comfort food that combines savory chicken fried rice wrapped in a soft, fluffy omelette and topped with ketchup or a rich demi-glace sauce. A classic example of yōshoku (Japanese-inspired Western cuisine), Omurice is popular in homes, cafés, and restaurants across Japan for its comforting flavors and eye-catching presentation.
The filling is made with tender chicken, onions, carrots, peas, and cooked rice stir-fried with ketchup, butter, and seasonings to create a sweet and savory flavor. Each portion is then wrapped in a thin, silky omelette that remains soft and slightly creamy inside. Traditionally, a drizzle of ketchup completes the dish, while some modern versions use demi-glace or curry sauce for extra richness.
Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even brunch, Omurice is easy to prepare, family-friendly, and endlessly customizable with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Its combination of fluffy eggs and flavorful fried rice makes it a comforting meal enjoyed by all ages.
Cooking Method
- Heat the vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes until lightly browned.
- Stir in the onion and carrot, cooking until softened.
- Add the peas and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps.
- Add the ketchup, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for 2–3 minutes until evenly combined. Divide the fried rice into four portions and keep warm.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth.
- Melt ½ tablespoon of butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in one-quarter of the egg mixture and swirl to form a thin omelette.
- When the eggs are mostly set but still slightly soft on top, place one portion of fried rice in the center. Fold the omelette gently over the rice and slide it onto a serving plate. Repeat with the remaining eggs and rice.
- Drizzle ketchup or demi-glace sauce over each Omurice, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
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