Hong Kong–Style Baked Seafood Rice
Make this classic Hong Kong cafe dish in the comfort of your own home!
Yield: 1
Cost: $6
Materials
- 3 cups Day old rice
- 3 whole Eggs
- 0.5 Onions (diced)
- 1.5 cup Frozen seafood medley
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp White pepper
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 0.5 cup Cheese
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:Preheat your oven to 400°F so it’s ready once everything is assembled.
- Prep the seafood:Thaw the seafood medley completely and pat it dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and white pepper. Set aside.
- Make the egg fried rice:Beat the eggs with a small pinch of salt. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and pour in the eggs. Gently scramble and break them up with a spatula. Add the day-old rice and toss everything together. Then transfer to a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Cook the seafood:In the same pan, cook the seasoned seafood for about 3-4 minutes until just cooked through. Don’t overcook,it will continue cooking in the oven. Layer the seafood evenly over the fried rice.
- Make the white sauce:Melt the butter in the pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until soft and translucent. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.Gradually pour in the milk while stirring continuously. Keep mixing until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble:Pour the cream sauce evenly over the seafood and rice. Sprinkle generously with cheese, making sure to cover the surface.
- Bake:Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and golden on top. If you’d like extra color, broil briefly at the end.
- Rest and serve:Let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps the sauce settle and makes it easier to scoop.