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The Best Pork Fried Rice Recipe

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Pork Fried Rice Toni Spilsbury
Pork Fried Rice Toni Spilsbury from tonispilsbury.com

Description

If you're a fan of Chinese takeout, you'll love this homemade pork fried rice recipe. It's packed with flavor, loaded with veggies, and is perfect for a quick and easy dinner.

Prep Time

Prep time takes about 15 minutes to chop veggies and cook rice.

Cook Time

Cooking time takes about 15 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless pork chops, cut into small pieces
  • 1 cup carrots, finely chopped
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups cooked rice, cooled
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula

Method

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the pork chops and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add another tablespoon of oil to the skillet and add the onion and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until softened.
  4. Add the carrots and peas to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the veggies are tender.
  5. Push the veggies to one side of the skillet and add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the other side.
  6. Add the cooled rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the veggies.
  7. Stir in the soy sauce and oyster sauce, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Add the cooked pork back to the skillet and stir to combine with the rice and veggies.
  9. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until everything is heated through.
  10. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, use cold leftover rice. If you only have freshly cooked rice, spread it out on a baking sheet and let it cool in the refrigerator for at least an hour before using it in this recipe.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes about 6 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 420
  • Protein: 28g
  • Fat: 13g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 700mg

Recipe Tips

  • Feel free to add other veggies to this recipe, such as broccoli, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
  • You can also use chicken or beef instead of pork.
  • Make sure to use a large skillet or wok to prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
  • Use a spatula to stir the ingredients together gently, so you don't break up the rice too much.

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