Dominican Chofán (Fried Rice / Chow Fan Style)
Chofán is the Dominican take on Chinese fried rice (chow fan), made with cooked rice, veggies, chicken, and ham. Fast, easy, and packed with flavor.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 531kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) vegetable oil, divided
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup (150g) cooked ham, cubed
- 1 medium carrot (about 70g), peeled and diced
- ¼ cup (40g) red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup (30g) red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups (360g) cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 cups (260g) frozen peas, thawed
- 2 cups (330g) canned or frozen sweet corn, drained if needed
- 1 boneless skinless chicken breast (about 200g), cooked and cubed
- 4 tablespoons (60 ml) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons (10g) green onions, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of oil in a large wok, deep skillet, or caldero over medium heat. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until just cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of oil to the pan and raise the heat to high. Stir in the ham and cook for about 4 minutes, until lightly browned. Add the carrots and sauté for 1 minute. Then stir in the red onion and bell pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps. Add the peas and corn and mix until everything is evenly distributed.
- Pour in the soy sauce and stir thoroughly. Add the cooked chicken, scrambled eggs, and chopped green onions. Stir well and cook for another 1–2 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat, garnish with more green onions, and serve hot.
Notes
- Day-old rice is best for this recipe. It’s drier, making it easier to stir-fry without turning mushy.
- You can substitute the proteins with shrimp, pork, or even go meatless with more veggies.
- For a spicy twist, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce.
- If needed, add a drizzle of oil or a splash of broth while stir-frying to keep things from drying out.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of soy sauce or water, or microwave in intervals, stirring halfway.
Nutrition
Calories: 531kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 1542mg | Potassium: 841mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 3762IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 3mg