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Uncle Roger, the comedic alter ego of Nigel Ng, rose to fame with his hilarious critique of BBC’s fried rice video, famously exclaiming “Haiyaa!” at every mistake. Donning his signature orange polo, he humorously champions proper Asian cooking techniques, especially the art of wok hei.
Beyond the laughs, Uncle Roger celebrates Asian culture and inspires home cooks to respect traditional recipes while keeping the joy of cooking alive. From roasting chefs to teaching fried rice rules, he’s become a global icon blending food, comedy, and authenticity.
Haiyaa! Uncle Roger-Inspired Fried Rice for One
Cuisine: ChineseDifficulty: EasyServings
1
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCooking time
10
minutesIngredients
1 cup of cold cooked rice (preferably day-old)
1 egg
2 tablespoons of cooking oil (vegetable oil or peanut oil)
1 clove of garlic, minced
1 tablespoon of soy sauce
½ tablespoon of oyster sauce (optional, but recommended)
¼ cup of peas (frozen or fresh)
¼ cup of carrots, finely diced
1-2 green onions, chopped
A small pinch of white pepper & MSG
Chili flakes or fresh chilies (optional, for heat)
Salt to taste
A small drizzle of sesame oil (optional, for finishing)
Directions
- Prepare the rice: Make sure your rice is cold and separated. If using freshly cooked rice, spread it out on a tray to cool and dry for a bit.
- Cook the egg: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or pan on medium-high heat. Crack the egg directly into the pan, and scramble it until it’s fully cooked. Once done, remove the egg from the pan and set it aside.
- Stir-fry the vegetables: In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil. Add the minced garlic and fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Then add the carrots and peas, stir-frying for a couple of minutes until tender.
- Add the rice: Push the vegetables to the side, then add the cold rice to the pan. Stir-fry the rice for about 2-3 minutes, breaking up any clumps.
- Season and mix: Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and a pinch of white pepper & MSG. Stir everything together until the rice is well-coated and heated through.
- Combine: Add the scrambled egg back into the pan and mix it into the rice. Add the chopped green onions and chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Taste and adjust: Taste the rice, and if needed, add salt or more soy sauce. For an extra layer of flavor, you can drizzle a bit of sesame oil on top.
- Serve: Transfer the fried rice to a plate and enjoy!
Notes
- Use Day-Old Rice: For the best texture, use cold, day-old rice. Freshly cooked rice can be too sticky. If you don’t have day-old rice, spread freshly cooked rice on a tray to cool and dry for at least 15 minutes.
- Cooking Equipment: A wok is ideal, but a large skillet works well too.
