The Ultimate ‘Leftover Rescue’: Our 30-Minute Kiwi Fried Rice
We’ve all been there: a fridge full of small containers of leftovers and a looming question of what to do with them. Throwing them out is a waste, but eating a hodgepodge of different things isn’t a meal. Well, say hello to your new go-to rescue mission: Leftover Fried Rice.
Fried rice is a perfect way to use up leftovers, which is the ultimate budget-saving hack. This ‘Kiwi’ version uses up any leftover rice and vegetables you have, along with a bit of bacon, ham, or even frozen prawns to create a tasty, complete meal in under 30 minutes.
This is not a strict recipe; it’s more of a concept. The key is using leftover rice, as fresh rice can get clumpy. The rest is about using what you have. That half a carrot, a handful of frozen peas, the last of the cooked sausages from the night before—it all goes in. It’s a meal that celebrates ingenuity and prevents food waste, a concept that is so important for our wallets and for the planet.
Tips for a ‘Kiwi’ twist:
- Add a dash of soy sauce and a little bit of tomato sauce for that classic Kiwi savoury-sweet flavour.
- Use whatever protein is on hand: cooked chicken, a few slices of bacon, or even just an egg scrambled in at the end.
- Don’t be afraid to experiment! This dish is about making the most of what you have.
In under 30 minutes, you can turn a collection of leftovers into a fresh, hot, and satisfying dinner. It’s a fast, delicious, and incredibly smart way to cook.
