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Following the chicken, sauté your vegetables until the onions are translucent before adding your cooled rice. It's essential to break up any clumps and ensure each grain gets toasted. If you find your rice getting too dry, adding a touch more oil can help.
Once your rice is well combined, add your sauce and spice mixture, along with frozen peas and optional bean sprouts. Finish with a splash of Shaoxing wine and add green onions and sesame oil just before serving to round out the flavor profile.
Final Touches and Taste Testing
After completing these steps, your homemade chicken fried rice is ready to be sampled. The key takeaway is that while there are numerous variations and personal touches available, focusing on quality ingredients and precise technique will make all the difference.