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Bang Bang Fried Rice

Bang Bang Fried Rice: Your New Favorite Quick Dinner Delight

Bang Bang Fried Rice is a quick, customizable, and delicious dish perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 cups cooked rice Ideally, day-old and chilled
  • 1 lb chicken breast Diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 large eggs Lightly beaten
  • 1 cup carrots Diced, fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup green peas Frozen peas are suitable
For Flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 4 tablespoons green onions Sliced, for garnish
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Use a dairy-free version for vegan
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons oil Neutral oil like canola or vegetable

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Make the Bang Bang Sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Adjust Sriracha to your preferred heat level and set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and sauté for about 5–6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, add another teaspoon of oil if needed and pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble for about 2 minutes until just set and remove from the pan.
  4. Add more oil to the skillet, toss in diced carrots and minced garlic, and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Stir in green peas and cook for another minute.
  5. Increase the heat to high, add chilled rice, and fry for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently until heated through and crispy bits form.
  6. Return chicken and scrambled eggs to the skillet, pour in soy sauce, and mix everything for about 1–2 minutes until combined and heated.
  7. Drizzle prepared bang bang sauce over the rice mixture, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for another minute.
  8. Remove from heat, transfer to serving plates, and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old chilled rice for best texture. Customize with your favorite protein and vegetables.

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