Can I use freshly cooked rice?

Yes, but the rice should be cooled first so the grains firm up. Spread freshly cooked rice on a sheet pan and put it in the fridge, uncovered, for an hour so it dries out a bit.

Some varieties are mild to medium spicy while others are not. Check the package labeling if you prefer a milder flavor. That said, even the spicy versions aren't going to blow your hair back.

Can I make this vegetarian?

This recipe is already vegetarian. In fact, it's vegan.

Where can I buy takana?

Takana is usually available at Japanese grocery stores and some Asian markets.

Takana Chahan (Japanese Mustard Green Fried Rice)

Name: Takana Chahan (Mustard Green Fried Rice)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 11 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 3 ounces pickled takana (pickled mustard greens); 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or grapeseed oil; 3 cups day old cooked short grain Japanese rice; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 2 green onions, finely chopped; Ground black pepper, to taste

Takana Chahan (Mustard Green Fried Rice)

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Japanese fried rice with tangy, savory pickled mustard greens. Takana chahan is classic Kyushu comfort food that proves you can enjoy big flavors with just a few ingredients.

Author: Caroline Phelps
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 11 minutes
Yield: 4 sides 1x
Category: Rice
Method: Pan frying
Cuisine: Japanese
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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3 ounces pickled takana (pickled mustard greens)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil or grapeseed oil
3 cups day old cooked short grain Japanese rice
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 green onions, finely chopped
Ground black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Slice the takana. If the takana you have is in large chunks or in full leaves, finely chop it.
Fry the takana. Add the toasted sesame oil to a wok or deep skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, swirl it around to evenly coat the surface of the wok and add the takana. Stir fry for 2 minutes. Turn the heat off and transfer the takana to a plate. Set aside.
Cook the rice. Using the same wok or deep skillet, add the vegetable oil and turn the heat to medium high. Swirl the oil to coat the surface of the wok and add the rice. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes, until the rice has separated and is soft.
Add the seasoning. Add the takana and soy sauce. Stir fry to combine all of the ingredients well.
Serve. Turn the heat off and transfer the fried rice to a serving bowl or plate. Season with a little ground black pepper, top with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250
Sugar: 0.5g
Sodium: 77mg
Fat: 7.2g
Saturated Fat: 3.3g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fiber: 0.7g
Protein: 4.2g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Find it online: https://pickledplum.com/takana-chahan/