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With your chicken infused rice ready, it’s time to enhance its texture. Remove the aromatics from the pot, spread the rice evenly on a sheet tray, and refrigerate it, preferably overnight. This step ensures your homemade rice dries a bit, mimicking the texture of day-old rice, which is optimal for frying.
The Art of Frying Rice
When preparing fried rice, a wok is highly recommended for its capacity to handle high heat efficiently. To start, generously oil the wok and heat it until the oil begins to smoke, then carefully transfer the oil to a heat-proof bowl.