Description
Bang Bang Fried Rice is a delicious and vibrant dish that elevates leftover rice into a flavorful masterpiece. This quick recipe combines savory, spicy, and slightly sweet notes, making it the perfect comfort food for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can impress your friends and family with a meal that’s both satisfying and visually appealing. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins to create your unique twist on this crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups day-old cooked rice
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cooked protein of choice (chicken, shrimp, or tofu)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add mixed vegetables and your choice of protein; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Increase heat to high; add day-old cooked rice. Break apart clumps and mix well.
- Pour in soy sauce and sriracha sauce; stir until evenly coated.
- Toss in chopped green onions just before serving and cook for an additional minute.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds if desired and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg