Traditional Mandarin Fried Rice
Discover the vibrant flavors of Traditional Mandarin Fried Rice, a classic Chinese dish that's bursting with savory goodness and simple elegance. Made with fluffy, day-old jasmine rice, this quick and easy recipe combines fragrant garlic and ginger, colorful carrots and peas, and the rich umami of soy sauce and sesame oil. Scrambled eggs add a comforting touch, while optional cooked shrimp offers a protein-packed upgrade. Perfectly seasoned with ground white pepper and salt, this fried rice delivers authentic taste in just 30 minutes. Whether served as a satisfying main course or a versatile side, it's a must-try for lovers of Chinese cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon, minced ginger
- 2 large, beaten egg
- 1 medium, diced carrot
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 3 stalks, sliced scallions
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 cup, optional cooked shrimp
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground white pepper
Instructions
Prepare all your ingredients ahead of time. Dice the carrot, mince the garlic and ginger, and slice the scallions into thin rounds. Beat the eggs in a separate bowl.
Ensure your jasmine rice is cooked and cooled. It's best to use rice that has been cooked the day before and refrigerated to achieve the right texture.
In a large wok or skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the beaten eggs and scramble them until just set. Remove the eggs from the wok and set aside.
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the same wok. Toss in the minced garlic and ginger, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the diced carrot to the wok and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Then, add the frozen peas and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Push the vegetables to one side of the wok. Add the cooked rice to the other side and spread it out evenly. Let it sit for 1 minute to crisp slightly.
Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice. Gently toss everything together, mixing the rice with the vegetables while breaking up clumps, if needed.
Return the scrambled eggs to the wok, along with any optional protein like cooked shrimp. Mix well to incorporate evenly.
Season the fried rice with salt and ground white pepper, adjusting to taste. Add the sliced scallions and give it a final toss.
Serve the Mandarin Fried Rice immediately as a main dish or alongside other Chinese-inspired dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2063 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.5 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 35.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 739 mg | 246% | |
| Sodium | 4183 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 261.5 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 87.4 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 370 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1347 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
