homestead "fried" rice: the clean-out-the-fridge bowl

EASY PREP | RE-PURPOSED INGREDIENTS | HIGH VOLUME

From the coop to the kitchen—nothing beats the richness of fresh duck eggs to make a simple clean-out-the-fridge meal feel like a luxury.

There are days on the homestead when the incubator is full, the jewelry bench is covered in silver dust, and I need a meal that is fast but doesn't compromise on my goals. This "Fried" Rice is my secret weapon. By swapping traditional heavy oils for the rich, natural fats in our duck eggs, you get a silky, satisfying meal that’s actually fueled for weight loss.

Fuel Facts

• Yields: 2 colossal bowls

• Calories: ~880 kcal total (~440 per bowl)

• Protein: 35g per bowl (Chicken + Duck Egg powerhouse)

• The "M7" Benefit: High volume, lean protein, and rich healthy fats from the coop.

Ingredients

• 8oz chicken breast (diced into small bites)

• 1 cup jasmine rice (pre-cooked and chilled works best!)

• 2 fresh duck eggs

• 1 cup carrots (finely diced)

• 1/2 yellow onion (chopped)

• 2 cups "most veggies" (broccoli, snap peas, or cabbage)

• 2 tbsp coconut aminos (a clean, soy-free alternative)

• 1 tsp ginger & garlic powder

Pro-Tip:

Just like my elk bowl, I usually split this into two servings!

• Per Serving: ~440 calories | 35g protein.

instructions

1. sear: In a hot skillet, cook the chicken until golden. Set aside.

2. soften: Toss in your onions and carrots. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the carrots have softened. Add in your extra greens (broccoli or peas) for the last 2 minutes.

3. fry: Add your jasmine rice and the cooked chicken back into the pan. Pour over the coconut aminos and spices. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the rice gets a little "crisp."

4. the duck egg finish: Push everything to the outer edges of the pan to create a "well" in the center. Crack your duck eggs directly into the middle. Scramble them until they are just set, then fold them into the rest of the rice.

5. serve: Top with a squeeze of lime or a dash of hot sauce for that extra zesty kick.

Substitutions & Fuel Facts

If you don't have chicken on hand, you can swap it for these clean-eating staples. The macros below are based on one colossal bowl (half the recipe) with the duck egg included:

• Ground Elk: The ultimate wild-game fuel.

  • Calories: ~375 kcal | Protein: 31g

• Ground Beef (90/10): A classic ranch favorite.

  • Calories: ~425 kcal | Protein: 29g

• Ground Turkey (93/7): A leaner, everyday alternative.

  • Calories: ~385 kcal | Protein: 27g