15-Minute Easy To Make Pork Fried Rice Recipe

Here’s a delicious and easy-to-make pork fried rice recipe that will surely satisfy your cravings. With a perfect balance of flavors and textures, this dish is a crowd-pleaser. And since it only takes 15 minutes to make, it’s perfect any day of the week.

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Simple Ingredients

• Oil: Olive oil and/or sesame oil. Sesame oil will add a nice roasted nutty flavor to the dish.
• Rice: Cooked white rice (preferably day-old cold rice). I like to use Jasmine rice.
• Pork: Any cuts, like pork tenderloin, pork loin, pork belly, ground pork, or even leftover pork chops, will work perfectly!
• Large Eggs: Scrambled
• Aromatics: Garlic and Onion
• Vegetables: Carrots and Frozen Peas
• Sauces: Soy sauce (dark soy sauce or low-sodium) and Oyster sauce
• Garnish: Green onions

Please refer to the recipe card below for exact measurements.

Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
2. Add the diced pork to the skillet until browned and cooked through. Remove the pork and aromatics from the skillet and set them aside.
3. Add the beaten eggs to the skillet and scramble the eggs. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the diced carrot and frozen peas. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
5. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the cooked rice to the other side. Use a spatula to break up any clumps of rice, and stir-fry for a couple of minutes.
6. Add the cooked pork back to the skillet with the rice and vegetables. Mix everything together.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and oyster sauce. Pour the sauce mixture over the rice and pork. Stir well to distribute the sauce evenly.
8. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. Both sauces contain salt, so be cautious while adding salt.
9. Lastly, add the thinly sliced green onions and give everything a final toss.
10. Remove the pork fried rice from the heat and serve hot.

Tips

• It’s important to use cold, cooked rice for the best texture and to avoid mushy fried rice. If you don’t have leftover rice, spread freshly cooked rice on a baking sheet and let it cool in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before using it for the recipe.
• For extra flavor and nutrition, add other vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or bean sprouts.
• For a touch of heat, you can add crushed red pepper flakes or a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce.

This versatile pork fried rice recipe can be customized to fit your preferences. Whether cooking for yourself or a crowd, it’s a satisfying and delicious option. Enjoy your homemade pork fried rice and savor the amazing flavors!

Substitutions

If you’re looking for substitutions for the pork fried rice recipe, here are a few options you can consider:

1. Protein: Instead of pork, you can use other meats such as chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu. Make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
2. Rice: If you don’t have cooked white rice or prefer a different grain, you can substitute it with brown rice, cooked quinoa, cauliflower rice, or even noodles like soba or spaghetti.
3. Vegetables: You can customize the vegetables to your preferences. For example, add or replace the carrots and frozen peas with red or green bell pepper, broccoli, corn, zucchini, or other veggies you enjoy.
4. Sauces: If you don’t have soy sauce or oyster sauce, you can use tamari sauce, coconut aminos, or teriyaki sauce as alternatives. Adjust the quantities according to your taste.

Remember, these substitutions may alter the flavor and texture of the dish slightly, but they can still result in a delicious fried rice variation. Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients!

Variations

Adding variations to a recipe can make it more exciting and cater to diverse tastes. Here are a few variations you can try with the pork fried rice recipe:

1. Vegetarian/Vegan: To make this dish vegetarian or vegan, skip the pork and replace it with tofu or tempeh. Add mushrooms, broccoli, or snap peas for added flavor and texture. Or fry the rice with garlic and make this popular Filipino Garlic Fried Rice called Sinangag.
2. Seafood: Instead of pork, use shrimp, crab meat, or a combination of different seafood options. Adjust the cooking time accordingly, as seafood tends to cook faster than pork.
3. Pineapple Fried Rice: Add diced pineapple for a tropical twist to your fried rice. The sweetness of the pineapple complements the savory flavors of the dish. You can also include ingredients like cashews or raisins for added texture and taste.
4. Curry Fried Rice: Incorporate curry powder or paste to give the dish a fragrant and flavorful twist. This variation pairs well with chicken or shrimp instead of pork. For sweetness, add raisins, cashews, or chopped apples.
5. Kimchi Fried Rice: Try making kimchi fried rice if you enjoy spicy and tangy flavors. It includes diced kimchi along with its juices. This variation is perfect for those who love heat and a burst of umami.
6. Hawaiian Fried Rice: Give your pork fried rice a Hawaiian twist by adding diced ham and sliced pineapple. You can also include bell peppers, onions, and green peas to enhance the flavor and color of the dish.
7. Other Meat Options: Switch out the pork with steak or chicken and make this Steak Fried Rice or P. F. Chang’s Chicken Fried Rice, a copycat recipe.

Remember, these are just a few suggestions to get you started. Feel free to get creative and experiment with different ingredients and flavors to make the recipe your own.

Equipment

To make pork fried rice, you will need the following equipment:

1. Large skillet or wok: This is essential for stir-frying the ingredients and achieving that delicious, smoky flavor.
2. Spatula or wooden spoon: Use these tools to break up any clumps of rice and stir-fry the ingredients together.
3. Knife and cutting board: You’ll need these to chop the garlic, onion, and carrot.
4. Small bowl: This is for whisking the soy and oyster sauce before adding them to the dish.
5. Measuring spoons: Use these to accurately measure the quantities of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and other ingredients.
6. Plates or bowls: Once the pork fried rice is cooked and ready to be enjoyed, it should be served on plates or bowls.

Remember to practice proper knife safety when using a knife and cutting board and exercise caution when handling hot equipment.

Storage

To properly store leftover pork fried rice, follow these guidelines:

1. Allow the fried rice to cool down to room temperature before refrigerating. This helps prevent bacterial growth.
2. Transfer the leftover fried rice to an airtight container or sealable plastic bag.
3. Place the container or bag in the refrigerator.
4. The pork fried rice can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Reheating

When you’re ready to enjoy the leftover pork fried rice, you can reheat it using one of the following methods:

1. Microwave: Transfer a portion of the pork fried rice to a microwave-safe dish. Cover the dish to retain moisture. Heat in the microwave in 1-minute intervals, stirring in-between, until heated through.
2. Stovetop: Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the leftover pork fried rice and stir-fry for a few minutes until heated, breaking up clumps with a spatula.

To ensure food safety, remember to heat the fried rice thoroughly until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 °F (74 °C).

It’s important to note that the texture of reheated fried rice may be slightly different from when it was freshly made. The rice grains may become softer, but the flavors should still be delicious!

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15-Minute Easy To Make Pork Fried Rice Recipe

Craving a delicious and quick dinner option? Check out our 15-minute easy pork fried rice recipe that will satisfy your taste buds in no time!

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Course: Rice and Noodles

Cuisine: Asian

Servings: 4

Calories: 322.1kcal

Author: Jocelyn | JOZmahal

Cost: 10

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Instructions

• Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.

  2 tablespoon Olive Oil, 2 cloves Garlic, 1 small Onion

• Add the diced pork to the skillet until browned and cooked through. Remove the pork, garlic, and onions from the skillet and set aside.

  1 cup Pork

• Add beaten eggs to the skillet and scramble. Remove the scrambled egg from the skillet and set aside.

  2 medium Eggs

• In the same skillet, add the diced carrot and frozen peas. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.

  1 Carrot, ½ cup Peas

• Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the cooked rice to the other side. Use a spatula to break up any clumps of rice, and stir-fry for a couple of minutes.

  2 cups Cooked Rice

• Add the cooked pork back to the skillet with the rice and vegetables. Mix everything together.

  2 cups Cooked Rice, 1 cup Pork, 1 Carrot, ½ cup Peas

• In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and oyster sauce. Pour the sauce mixture over the rice and pork. Stir well to distribute the sauce evenly.

  2 tablespoon Soy Sauce, 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce

• Lastly, add the thinly sliced green onions and give everything a final toss.

  2 Green Onions

• Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. Both sauces contain salt, so be cautious while adding salt.

  Salt and Pepper

Notes

1. It’s important to use cold, cooked rice for the best texture and to avoid mushy fried rice. If you don’t have leftover rice, spread freshly cooked rice on a baking sheet and let it cool in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before using it for the recipe.
2. For extra flavor and nutrition, add other vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or bean sprouts.
3. For time-saving tips, use frozen stir-fry vegetables.
4. For a touch of heat, you can add crushed red pepper flakes or a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 322.1kcal | Carbohydrates: 45.8g | Protein: 11.6g | Fat: 10.9g | Saturated Fat: 2.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6.5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 86.3mg | Sodium: 934.5mg | Potassium: 432.4mg | Fiber: 6.4g | Sugar: 2.9g | Vitamin A: 2732.3IU | Vitamin C: 5.3mg | Calcium: 83.3mg | Iron: 2.7mg