Pork Fried Rice

Table of Contents

1. Pork Fried Rice Ingredients
2. Substitutions And Additions
3. How To Make This Pork Fried Rice Recipe
4. How To Serve
5. Storage
6. Why We Love This Recipe
7. Frequently Asked Questions
8. More Recipes You’ll Love
9. JUMP TO RECIPE

Pork fried rice seems to be a fried rice recipe that everyone craves from time to time. Loaded with fresh veggies, ground pork, and plenty of great flavors, this dish never goes out of style and works great as a complete meal or side dish.

Pork Fried Rice Ingredients

Substitutions And Additions

SPICE: If you want to make the dish spicy, you can add either one to two teaspoons of sriracha, a half teaspoon of chili oil, or a quarter teaspoon of red pepper flakes.

RICE: This recipe calls for long-grain white rice, but you could also use brown rice or jasmine rice instead.

Whatever kind of rice you have on hand will work. You could also use cauliflower rice as a substitute.

PORK: If you prefer to use a different type of pork, it will work well as a substitute for ground pork.

Leftover pork chops or pork tenderloin cut into small pieces both work great in this recipe.

VEGGIES: This recipe is so flexible as to what you add or omit. I like adding snap peas for added crunch.

You can also substitute two cups of frozen peas and carrots instead of the fresh diced carrots and frozen peas. 

SESAME OIL: You can substitute two teaspoons of vegetable oil for the sesame oil.

How To Make This Pork Fried Rice Recipe

This fried rice will come together easily on the stove top. We’ll walk you through adding each ingredient to make this tasty dish.

STEP ONE: Heat ½ tablespoon vegetable oil in a 10 to 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

STEP TWO: Pour the beaten eggs into the skillet and scramble just until the eggs are no longer “wet” looking, one to two minutes.

Remove the cooked eggs, and set them aside.

STEP THREE: Wipe out the skillet with a paper towel, if needed, and heat the remaining one tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. 

STEP FOUR: Add the diced carrots and onion, and sauté for two to three minutes. 

STEP FIVE: Just before removing the carrots and onions, add in the frozen green peas and cook for 30 seconds, just to heat the peas.

Remove from the skillet and set them aside. 

STEP SIX: Keeping the heat on medium-high, add the ground pork. While cooking, break the pork up and cook until completely browned.

STEP SEVEN: Add the cold rice to the skillet with the cooked pork. Pour the sesame oil over the rice and pork.

Stir to incorporate the oil. Be sure to break any clumps of rice up while cooking.

STEP EIGHT: Once the rice is heated and incorporated with the cooked pork, add the cooked carrots, onions, and peas. 

STEP NINE: Stir in the dark soy sauce and hoisin. Continue stirring to coat the rice mixture completely.

Remove from the heat, and stir in the scrambled eggs. Garnish with the thinly sliced green onion. Serve while hot.

How To Serve

Fried rice, especially one with meat, is a complete meal on its own.

You can also serve this rice on the side of another main dish, such as our crispy honey chicken, orange chicken, or sesame chicken.

Our chicken fried rice and shrimp fried rice are just as delicious as this recipe and are perfect when you are looking for more easy meals.

Storage

Now that you’ve enjoyed your pork fried rice, let’s talk about what to do with any leftovers or if you want to prepare it in advance.

MAKE AHEAD: If you’re planning ahead, you can prepare the components of this dish in advance.

Cook the rice and store it separately from the cooked pork and veggies.

This way, when you’re ready to enjoy your pork fried rice, you can quickly stir-fry everything together for a fresh taste.

IN THE FRIDGE: Store any leftovers of this easy pork fried rice in an airtight container for up to two days.

IN THE FREEZER: Freeze homemade pork fried rice in portions to make it easy to defrost and use.

Once it is cooled, pop the portions in a freezer bag and use them within three months. Defrost overnight, then pop in the skillet to heat up.

REHEATING: To reheat your pork fried rice, there are a few methods to choose from. On the stovetop, heat a pan or wok over medium-high heat and add a bit of oil.

Stir-fry the refrigerated or thawed rice until it’s hot throughout, adding a splash of water or broth to keep it moist.

In the microwave, place a microwave-safe cover over your bowl to prevent splatters. Heat in 1-minute intervals, stirring in between, until it’s heated through.

Microwave reheating is quick, but stovetop reheating can help maintain the rice’s texture and flavor.

Why We Love This Recipe

QUICK AND CONVENIENT: In just a short time, you can whip up a restaurant-quality meal in your own kitchen. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen.

GREAT FOR LEFTOVERS: Pork fried rice reheats beautifully, making it an excellent choice for meal prep or enjoying the next day. The flavors often meld even more, creating an even tastier dish.

FAMILY FAVORITE: Loved by both kids and adults, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser. It’s a fantastic way to introduce picky eaters to a variety of vegetables while satisfying everyone’s taste buds.

Fried rice is such an easy meal idea for a family dinner. It’s loaded with so much savory flavor and fresh ingredients, including crisp veggies, tender pork, and tasty sauces. Enjoy this pork fried rice dish anytime you are craving Chinese takeout, and I guarantee you will be satisfied.

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