Easy Filipino Java Rice
A bold, colorful Filipino fried rice made with garlic, onion, tomato paste, and soy sauce. Perfect with grilled meats and barbecue.
Servings: 5 people
Calories: 681kcal
Equipment
- 1 small pot
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked white rice preferably day-old and chilled
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Neutral oil
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- ½ cup Onion minced
- 1-2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Beef bouillon powder
- 1 tablespoons Soy sauce
- Salt - to taste
- green onion for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the butter: Melt butter in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add oil.2 tablespoons Butter, 1 tablespoon Neutral oil
- Sauté the aromatics: Add the garlic and onion, cook for about a minute until softened and fragrant.2 cloves Garlic, ½ cup Onion
- Introduce the tomato paste: Stir in the tomato paste and beef bullion or powder and cook for an additional minute, allowing it to caramelize slightly.1-2 tablespoons Tomato paste, 1 teaspoon Beef bouillon powder
- Incorporate the rice: Add the cooked rice to the pan and break it up with a fork or spatula for even distribution.3 cups Cooked white rice, 1 tablespoons Soy sauce
- Season and simmer: Season with soy sauce and salt to taste. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.Salt - to taste
- Adjust and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add gren onions for garnish. Serve hot alongside grilled meats, chicken, or fish.green onion for garnish
Notes
- Use day-old rice for best texture. Cold, slightly dried-out rice fries better and keeps the grains separate. Fresh rice can turn mushy.
- Cook the tomato paste briefly. Let it cook for about 30–60 seconds to deepen the color and flavor without burning.
- Adjust the color to your liking. For a deeper orange hue, add a little more tomato paste or a small pinch of paprika.
- Bouillon brands vary in saltiness. Taste before adding extra salt, especially if your bouillon or soy sauce is already salty.
- Make it vegetarian. Swap beef bouillon for vegetable bouillon and keep everything else the same.
- Best served hot. Java rice is most flavorful straight from the pan, especially with grilled or smoky dishes.
Nutrition
Calories: 681kcal | Carbohydrates: 73.1g | Protein: 12.9g | Fat: 38.8g | Saturated Fat: 22.4g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 4785mg | Potassium: 673mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6.8g | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 5mg
