Omurice is a japanese word for "Omelet and rice" And is an omelet wrapped around fried rice and topped with ketchup--a perfect example of western influence on japanese cuisine. In japan, you will find omurice cooked at home and served at western-style diners. This dish is most commonly made with chicken, which is stir-fried with rice and ketchup. But there are many variations including using other meats and vegetables, as well as replacing the ketchup with beef broth or demi-glace (a rich veal stock). The egg can be wrapped around the ricesimilar to a burritoor draped over a mound of rice spooned onto a plate. Either way, topping with a dollop of ketchup is customary. This recipe calls for mushrooms and green pepper, but feel free to swap them out for your favorite vegetables, such as spinach, asparagus, broccoli, or chopped green beans.
