Chinese Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Chinese Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup finely chopped onion; 2 1/2 tablespoons oil; 1 egg, lightly beaten (or more eggs if you like); 3 drops soy sauce; 3 drops sesame oil; 8 ounces cooked lean boneless pork or 8 ounces chicken, chopped; 1/2 cup finely chopped carrot (very small); 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed; 4 cups cold cooked rice, grains separated (preferably medium grain); 4 green onions, chopped; 2 cups bean sprouts; 2 tablespoons light soy sauce (add more if you like)

Servings: persons

3/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 1/2 tablespoons oil
1 egg, lightly beaten (or more eggs if you like)
3 drops soy sauce
3 drops sesame oil
8 ounces cooked lean boneless pork or 8 ounces chicken, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot (very small)
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
4 cups cold cooked rice, grains separated (preferably medium grain)
4 green onions, chopped
2 cups bean sprouts
2 tablespoons light soy sauce (add more if you like)

1
Heat 1 tbsp oil in wok; add chopped onions and stir-fry until onions turn a nice brown color, about 8-10 minutes; remove from wok.
2
Allow wok to cool slightly.
3
Mix egg with 3 drops of soy and 3 drops of sesame oil; set aside.
4
Add 1/2 tbsp oil to wok, swirling to coat surfaces; add egg mixture; working quickly, swirl egg until egg sets against wok; when egg puffs, flip egg and cook other side briefly; remove from wok, and chop into small pieces.
5
Heat 1 tbsp oil in wok; add selected meat to wok, along with carrots, peas, and cooked onion; stir-fry for 2 minutes.
6
Add rice, green onions, and bean sprouts, tossing to mix well; stir-fry for 3 minutes.
7
Add 2 tbsp of light soy sauce and chopped egg to rice mixture and fold in; stir-fry for 1 minute more; serve.
8
Set out additional soy sauce on the table, if desired.

1680

kcal

Calories

Fat

171

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup finely chopped onion, 2 1/2 tablespoons oil, 1 egg, lightly beaten (or more eggs if you like), 3 drops soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Chinese Fried Rice falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chinese Fried Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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