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Bang Bang Fried Rice

Quick Bang Bang Fried Rice: Flavor-Packed in 30 Minutes

Bang Bang Fried Rice is a quick and customizable dish that blends sweet, spicy, and savory flavors in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 4 cups cooked rice day-old rice preferred for better texture
For the Protein
  • 1 pound chicken breast diced for quick cooking
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup green peas frozen
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 stalks green onions sliced, for garnish
For the Flavor
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce substitution: tamari for gluten-free options
  • ¼ cup Bang Bang Sauce made with mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and rice vinegar
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon oil neutral oil (e.g., canola or vegetable)

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bang Bang Fried Rice
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together ¼ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon Sriracha, and 1 tablespoon rice vinegar until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of diced chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5–6 minutes.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Pour in the lightly beaten eggs and get progressively scrambling. Cook for 2–3 minutes until set but creamy.
  4. Add more oil if necessary, toss in 1 cup of diced carrots and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until the carrots soften.
  5. Increase heat to high, add 4 cups of cold, cooked rice, and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until slightly crispy.
  6. Add the cooked chicken and scrambled eggs back, then add 3 tablespoons of soy sauce. Toss to combine and cook for an additional minute.
  7. Drizzle the prepared Bang Bang Sauce over the mixture, stir well and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture, use cold, day-old rice. Customize spice levels by adjusting Sriracha to taste.

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