Easy Crispy Pork Fried Rice
A quick and easy recipe for crispy pork fried rice with tender pork, savory seasonings, and perfectly crispy rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) pork shoulder or pork loin, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium optional)
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp ground white pepper (optional)
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, preferably day-old and chilled
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or peanut oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup frozen peas or diced carrots (optional)
- Chili flakes or sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the pork: Combine pork with 2 tbsp soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and ground white pepper. Let sit for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the rice: Use day-old jasmine rice, break up clumps gently before frying.
- Cook the pork: Heat 1 tbsp oil in skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Sear pork in a single layer for 2 minutes without stirring, then stir-fry 2-3 minutes until cooked and browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics and eggs: Add another tbsp oil to pan. Stir-fry garlic and onion for 1 minute until fragrant. Push to one side, pour in beaten eggs, scramble gently until just set but moist.
- Fry the rice: Add cold rice to pan with eggs and aromatics. Break up clumps and stir-fry. Spread rice evenly and let cook undisturbed 2-3 minutes to develop crispy bottom. Stir and repeat to get crispy and tender mix.
- Return pork to pan, add soy sauce, fish sauce (if using), sugar, and mix well. Toss in green onions and optional veggies, cook 1 more minute.
- Adjust seasoning with black pepper and serve hot.
Notes
Use day-old jasmine rice for best texture. Cook on high heat but watch carefully to avoid burning garlic. Let rice sit undisturbed to develop crispy bits. Marinate pork for at least 15 minutes for tender, flavorful meat. Reheat leftovers in skillet to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 28
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