Garlic Fried Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Dry out the cooked rice a bit by leaving it in the fridge overnight.
2. 2
   Wet your hands, and break up the rice with your hands so that it does not form chunks.
3. 3
   Peel and crush the garlic.
4. 4
   Heat the olive oil in a frying pan.
5. 5
   Sautee the garlic until it is browned and aromatic. Remove from the pan and set aside.
6. 6
   Pour the rice into the hot oil and toss to coat it with the oil. Fry for about 5 minutes over medium heat, adding more oil as necessary.
7. 7
   Add the egg into the rice, break the yolk and evenly distribute it throughout the rice by stirring constantly. Fry for 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Add the browned garlic, ground ginger, garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
9. 9
   Fry for 2 minutes more, stirring constantly to distribute the spices evenly.
10. 10
    Serve hot.