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Snow Pea-and-Pork Fried Rice

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We don't care if it's "carby". We don't care if "fried" is in it's name. We love fried rice, and we don't care who knows it-Because we know you're secretly obsessed with it too.Whether it comes from a takeout box, hibachi grill, or our own kitchen, it's the ultimate Asian-inspired comfort food. And these recipes prove there'sno need to leave the house when a craving calls.Top it with anything from tangy sauce to ham, and enjoy.

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Beef Crumble Fried Rice

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Beef Crumble Fried Rice Recipe

This family favorite only takes half an hour to make. High heat and cornstarch make the beef extra crispy, and the soy sauce and red pepper add flavor to the dish.If you wanted to bulk the meal up a little bit, consider adding a vegetable like spinach.

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Sheet Pan Fried Rice

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Sheet Pan Fried Rice Recipe

Top fried rice withrich, runny egg yolk and creamy Sriracha mayo for added texture and flavor. You don't need a wok for perfectly cooked fried rice, simply preheat a sheet pan, add oil, and use day-old or microwavable rice. Make sure the rice kernels are separate so that they are evenly toasted and won't glob together.Serve this dish along with mongolian beef, orange chicken, crab rangoons, or spring rolls.

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Ham and Lima Bean Fried Rice

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Ham and Lima Bean Fried Rice Recipe

This delicious Southern twist on fried rice is made with pantry and freezer staples, so you probably already have most of the ingredients on hand.

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Nutty Fried Rice

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Nutty Fried Rice Recipe

We incorporate lots of nutty flavor into traditional fried rice using sesame oil, cashews, peanut butter, and sesame seeds.

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Quick Fried Brown Rice with Shrimp and Snap Peas

Quick Fried Brown Rice with Shrimp and Snap Peas

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Quick Fried Brown Rice with Shrimp and Snap Peas Recipe

Stir up your weeknight meal routine by serving up 20-minute Quick Fried Brown Rice with Shrimp and Snap Peas.

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Brown Rice Stir-Fry

Brown Rice Stir-Fry

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Brown Rice Stir-Fry Recipe

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Shrimp Fried Rice

Shrimp Fried Rice

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Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

Fill your bowl with Asian flavors when you prepare this colorful 20-minute recipe.

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Spicy Crab Fried Rice

Spicy Crab Fried Rice

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Spicy Crab Fried Rice Recipe

Daydreaming yielded this idea for a hybrid between fried rice and a sushi-joint hand roll. It turns out that making fried rice from short-grain, sushi-style rice is fantastic, as it stands up to agitation quite well and lends an almost meaty quality to the final dish.

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Ham and Veggie Fried Rice

Ham and Veggie Fried Rice

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Ham and Veggie Fried Rice Recipe

Tossing in frozen green peas at the end of cooking keeps them bright and lively.

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Chicken, Snow Pea and Cashew Fried Rice

Chicken, Snow Pea and Cashew Fried Rice

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Chicken, Snow Pea and Cashew Fried Rice Recipe

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Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken Fried Rice

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Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

This recipe uses leftover rice from Stuffed Peppers.

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Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken Fried Rice

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Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

At only 477 calories per serving, make take-out Chicken Fried Rice in your own kitchen.

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Mushroom and Pine Nut Fried Brown Rice

Mushroom and Pine Nut Fried Brown Rice

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Mushroom and Pine Nut Fried Brown Rice Recipe

Thinly slice the pepper and onion so they cook quickly.

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Fried Brown Rice with Snow Peas and Peanuts

Fried Brown Rice with Snow Peas and Peanuts

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Fried Brown Rice with Snow Peas and Peanuts Recipe

Thinly slice the pepper and onion so they cook quickly.

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Vegetable Fried Rice

Vegetable Fried Rice

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Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe

Use frozen vegetables to make this asian-inspired fried rice in under 20 minutes!

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Creole Fried Rice

Creole Fried Rice

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Creole Fried Rice Recipe

Cold rice works best in this recipe. If possible, make the rice a day ahead, and store it in the fridge. If you're in a hurry, follow Step 1 to cool it on a baking sheet.

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Dessert Fried Rice

Dessert Fried Rice

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Dessert Fried Rice Recipe

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Fried Rice with Broccoli and Eggs

Fried Rice with Broccoli and Eggs

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Fried Rice with Broccoli and Eggs Recipe

Stir-frying rice is a great way to turn leftover rice into a quick and easy meal. It's important that the rice is cold so it won't become sticky while cooking; the oil coats the chilled grains and prevents clumping.

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Chicken-and-Cabbage Fried Rice

Chicken-and-Cabbage Fried Rice

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Chicken-and-Cabbage Fried Rice Recipe

One-dish meals make weeknight dinner a breeze, and Chicken-and-Cabbage Fried Rice is no exception. This family meal is ready in only 30 minutes.

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Quick and Easy Pork Fried Rice

Quick and Easy Pork Fried Rice

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Quick and Easy Pork Fried Rice Recipe

Forget takeout! We're fired up for Quick and Easy Pork Fried Rice. The pork is very tender and we love the sweet and sour flavor of the sauce.

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Shrimp-Pineapple Fried Rice

Shrimp-Pineapple Fried Rice

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Shrimp-Pineapple Fried Rice Recipe

Stir-up Shrimp-Pineapple Fried Rice for dinner tonight. This one-wok wonder is quick, easy, and full of flavor.

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Pork Fried Rice

Pork Fried Rice

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Pork Fried Rice Recipe

Easy side: Stir together 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced lengthwise; 3 Tbsp. sesame-ginger vinaigrette; 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro; and 1 tsp. toasted sesame seeds. Cover and chill until ready to serve.

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Shrimp Fried Rice

Shrimp Fried Rice

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Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

This shrimp fried rice dish is best if you use day-old rice. Cook it and spread in a single layer on a baking sheet to cool completely. Then refrigerate overnight to allow it to lose any excess moisture.

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Sweet Pea Fried Rice

Sweet Pea Fried Rice

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Sweet Pea Fried Rice Recipe

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Pork-and-Pineapple Fried Rice

Pork-and-Pineapple Fried Rice

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Pork-and-Pineapple Fried Rice Recipe

Most restaurants make pork fried rice with generic pieces of barbecued meat; Andrew Carmellini uses both seared ground pork and sweet, aromatic Chinese sausage in his playful version. As an alternative to Chinese sausage-which is now available at many Costco stores-substitute thick matchsticks of lean maple-cured bacon.

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Veggie Fried Rice with Crispy Ham

Veggie Fried Rice with Crispy Ham

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Veggie Fried Rice with Crispy Ham Recipe

For this quick family dinner, a small amount of salty ham is crisped and used as a topping. That way you can use far less and still get a big flavor impact.

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Fried-Rice Jambalaya

Fried-Rice Jambalaya

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Fried-Rice Jambalaya Recipe

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Vegetable Fried Rice

Vegetable Fried Rice

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Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe

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Confetti Fried Rice

Confetti Fried Rice

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Confetti Fried Rice Recipe

No time to shop? Open a carton of eggs and try one of these quick, tasty meals.

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Shrimp Cilantro Fried Rice

Shrimp Cilantro Fried Rice

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Shrimp Cilantro Fried Rice Recipe

Put leftover cooked white rice to good use in this fragrant, colorful dish.

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Salt and Pepper Shrimp with Thai Fried Rice

Salt and Pepper Shrimp with Thai Fried Rice

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Salt and Pepper Shrimp with Thai Fried Rice Recipe

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Tofu Fried Rice

Tofu Fried Rice

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Tofu Fried Rice Recipe

Bring a favorite takeout dinner packed with fresh veggies and tofu to the table in about 15 minutes.

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Snow Pea-and-Pork Fried Rice

Snow Pea-and-Pork Fried Rice

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Snow Pea-and-Pork Fried Rice Recipe

This easy pork stir-fry recipe is filled with lean pork, fresh vegetables and rice and makes a great one-dish meal for busy weeknights. If you don't want to use the sherry, just leave it out and use 1 tablespoons of water.

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FAQs

What is the secret ingredient in Chinese fried rice? ›

Here's what goes in Fried Rice Sauce: Chinese cooking wine or Mirin (secret ingredient!) – this is the secret to a really great fried rice that truly stacks up to your favourite Chinese restaurant.

What makes fried rice taste better? ›

To give your dish that signature fried rice taste, you'll need to drizzle in sesame oil and soy sauce, but feel free to use as much or as little as you wish. You can even mix in things like garlic powder, ginger root, or Sriracha sauce and chili pepper for a bit of a kick.

Which oil is best for fried rice? ›

It is key to the authentic flavor of this dish. Peanut oil. this is another ingredient that adds authentic flavor to this recipe, but if you have a peanut allergy in your household you can substitute canola oil or additional sesame oil for the peanut oil.

What is the difference between fried rice and Chinese fried rice? ›

In Fried Rice, most quick-service restaurants (QSRs) use long-grain white rice like Basmati, whereas Jasmine Rice is used in Chinese Rice. If you love rice unconditionally, you should definitely try out Fried Rice varieties (available in veg & no-veg) from Hong's Kitchen.

Why does Chinese fried rice taste different? ›

The answer: high heat, expert tosses, and something known as 'wok hei. ' As J. Kenji López-Alt writes for Serious Eats, expert cooking with a wok (and the gas range it requires) is one of the main reasons that fried rice from a Chinese restaurant tastes so much better than what you can make at home.

Is Chinese restaurant fried rice unhealthy? ›

Typical side dishes like fried rice, lo mein noodles, crab rangoon, and egg rolls are high in calories — and fat. Healthier choices include steamed brown rice, sautéed or steamed vegetables, spring rolls, or soups like egg drop soup or hot and sour soup.

How do you make fried rice taste like restaurant? ›

To get restaurant-quality fried rice at home, it's essential to use aromatics, a group of vegetables and herbs that are so named because they lend your dish a distinct aroma. Common aromatics that are used to flavor fried rice are onion, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, and red peppers.

Which spice is good for fried rice? ›

The Perfect Nigerian Fried Rice
  • 2 bay leaves.
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (optional)
  • 2 Tasty Cubes.
  • 1 teaspoon salt.
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper (substitute other ground pepper)
  • 2 teaspoon curry powder (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon thyme.

Is it better to use hot or cold rice for fried rice? ›

Use COLD day old rice: For best results! Cold rice will crisp up in the hot oil. Warm rice will not toast and can even become mushy. If you are in a pinch make the rice first and spread it out onto a baking sheet in a single layer.

Should you rinse rice for fried rice? ›

Nobody likes clumpy fried rice. If you are cooking your rice from raw in order to make fried rice, make sure to rinse off excess starch first. A quick dunk and shake in a bowl of cold water, or a 30-second rinse under a cold tap while agitating the rice, is plenty.

Which country invented fried rice? ›

History. The earliest record of fried rice is in the Sui dynasty (589–618 AD) in China.

Should I fry rice in oil or butter? ›

Butter Makes Your Fried Rice Taste Richer But Also Increases Fat Content. Since cooking with butter infuses food with a richer flavor and texture in general, you might find that frying leftover rice in oil leaves it bland in comparison.

What are some secrets for perfect fried rice? ›

The key to delicious fried rice lies in using cold, cooked rice (preferably from the previous day) to prevent it from becoming mushy. Additionally, make sure to stir-fry the ingredients quickly over high heat, use soy sauce for flavor, and add a variety of vegetables and proteins for a well-balanced dish.

Is MSG the secret ingredient in fried rice? ›

We all know soy sauce and MSG play a role in making delicious fried rice, but did you know a secret ingredient hailing from Japan can elevate your homemade fried rice? And that ingredient, while it might not be in your pantry yet, is mirin.

Why does Chinese food taste better at a restaurant? ›

Restaurants will have a long list of ingredients prepped, including stocks, sauces, lots of different spices, dark, light, and regular soy sauce, etc. Many home cooks will skimp/compromise on some of these for convenience, unless it's a special occasion.

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