Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chinese cuisine with our delicious Chinese Fried Rice recipe. This dish is a perfect way to transform leftover rice into a satisfying and nutritious meal.
Packed with tender pieces of chicken or ham, fresh vegetables like peas and bean sprouts, and aromatic ingredients like garlic and ginger, this fried rice offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or meal prepping for the week, this recipe is both versatile and easy to prepare.
Our Chinese Fried Rice is not just a feast for your taste buds but also a wholesome and balanced dish. The combination of protein from the eggs and meat, carbohydrates from the rice, and a medley of vitamins from the vegetables makes it a complete meal. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe brings the authentic taste of Chinese street food right to your kitchen, ensuring a culinary experience that is both flavorful and fulfilling. Get ready to enjoy a homemade dish that rivals your favorite takeout!
Ingredients
- 4 cups cold cooked rice
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoons pepper
- 4 tablespoons canola or peanut oil
- 1/2 cup spring onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup onion (diced)
- 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon oyster sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken or ham (diced)
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 cup peas
Instructions
- Break up the cold rice until it is loose.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl and add salt and pepper.
- Heat some oil in a hot wok, add the egg mixture and half the spring onions, scramble and cook until dry, then remove from the wok.
- Add a little more oil to the wok and cook the onions and garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Add the remaining spring onions and the meat in small batches. Remove and set aside.
- Add the other vegetables, except for the bean sprouts, in small batches, cooking until they are cooked but still firm.
- Once all the ingredients are cooked, cook a cup of rice at a time in the wok with some of the cooked ingredients and bean sprouts.
- Once everything is hot, return all ingredients to the wok, add the soy sauce, and stir well before serving.
Nutritional Information
- Per serving
- Energy: 451 kcal / 1885 kJ
- Fat: 17.5 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Carbs: 58 g
