Egg Fried Rice with the Bosch AutoCook Pro

Machine used: Bosch Autocook Pro multi-cooker

Today’s recipe is one of the easiest you can prepare and is ideal for those who are using the multicooker for the first time.

This should be enough to serve 4 to 6 people, depending on the portion size and if the rice is served as a side dish or part of a main course. I prepare it and use it myself for 2-3 days as a snack or as an accompaniment to protein and fats in my meals.

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 2 cups jasmine rice
• 3.5 cups water
• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed (optional, but recommended)
• 3-4 green onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions for Plain Rice

The first thing to do is to cook the jasmine rice in the Bosch AutoCook Pro, follow these steps:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups jasmine rice
• 3.5 cups water
• 1 tablespoon salt (optional)

Instructions:

1. Rinse the jasmine rice: Place the jasmine rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water until the water runs clear. This step helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from being too sticky. My packet said that it’s best to rinse it just once, so I did it twice just to be safe. The water was still pretty murky.
2. Add the rice and water to the AutoCook Pro: Place the rinsed rice in the cooking pot of the Bosch AutoCook Pro. Add 3.5 cups of water, and salt if desired. Stir gently to distribute the salt evenly.
3. Select the program: Close the lid of the AutoCook Pro and select the “Rice” program from the menu options and select the short cooking time (2o minutes),
4. Start the cooking process: Press the “Start” button, and the AutoCook Pro will begin cooking the jasmine rice. The appliance will automatically adjust the temperature for optimal results.
5. Wait for the rice to cook: The AutoCook Pro will cook the rice and switch to the “Keep Warm” function when it’s done. Allow the rice to rest for at least 5 minutes after the cooking cycle has completed before opening the lid.
6. Fluff the rice: After letting the rice rest, open the lid and use a fork or rice paddle to gently fluff the rice.

Note: The rice-to-water ratio and cooking time might vary slightly depending on the specific model of your Bosch AutoCook Pro. Adjust the ratio and cooking time as needed to achieve your desired rice texture.

Directions for the Rest of the Ingredients

Now it’s time to cook the rest. While you can use the AutoCook Pro for this part as well, I used a normal pan and kept the rice warm in the cooker in the meantime.

Ingredients:

• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed (optional, but recommended)
• 3-4 green onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Put the pan on medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and heat it up.
2. Once hot, add the beaten eggs and cook them, stirring constantly to scramble them. When the eggs are fully cooked, transfer them to a plate and set aside.
3. Add another tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pot. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, then cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and translucent.
4. Add the thawed peas and carrots (if using) to the pot and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
5. Stir in the cooked and cooled jasmine rice, breaking up any clumps, and cook for about 3-5 minutes until the rice is heated through and slightly crispy.
6. Add the scrambled eggs back to the pot, along with the sliced green onions, soy sauce, and sesame oil (if using). Stir to combine all the ingredients.
7. Taste the fried rice and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Remember that you can customize your egg fried rice by adding other ingredients such as cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu for added protein, or additional vegetables like bell peppers or bean sprouts for extra flavor and texture.