Yangchow Fried Rice
Experience the irresistible flavors of Yangchow Fried Rice, a classic Chinese dish brimming with vibrant colors, bold tastes, and perfect textures. This restaurant-style fried rice combines day-old jasmine rice with a delightful medley of diced chicken, succulent shrimp, savory ham, and crisp peas and carrots. Enhanced with the umami-rich duo of soy sauce and oyster sauce, plus a hint of sesame oil for a nutty aroma, this recipe achieves the perfect balance of flavor in every bite. The secret lies in stir-frying at high heat to achieve the signature wok-kissed essence. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, Yangchow Fried Rice is an all-in-one meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners, serving four with ease. Whether you're recreating your favorite takeout or exploring authentic Chinese recipes, this dish is sure to satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup boneless cooked chicken (diced)
- 1 cup cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup ham (diced)
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 3 stalks green onions (sliced thinly)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground white pepper
Instructions
Prepare all ingredients by dicing the chicken, ham, and green onions. Measure out the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and seasonings. Let the cooked rice cool to room temperature if freshly made.
Beat the eggs in a small bowl and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beaten eggs and cook, stirring constantly, until scrambled and just set. Remove the scrambled eggs from the wok and set aside.
Increase the heat to high. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the wok. Stir-fry the diced chicken, shrimp, and ham for about 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Add the frozen peas and carrots to the wok. Cook for another 2 minutes until the vegetables are tender and heated through.
Push the cooked proteins and vegetables to one side of the wok, creating space. Add the rice to the other side and stir-fry, breaking up any clumps, for about 3 minutes until the rice is evenly heated.
Drizzle the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil over the rice. Sprinkle with salt and white pepper. Stir-fry everything together, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated with the seasonings.
Add the scrambled eggs back into the wok and gently toss to combine. Stir in the sliced green onions and cook for another minute.
Remove from heat and serve hot. Enjoy your flavorful and authentic Yangchow Fried Rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2920 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.1 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.6 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 31.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1160 mg | 386% | |
| Sodium | 6798 mg | 296% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 299.7 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 224.4 g | 449% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 398 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2645 mg | 56% | |
*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.
