Our Favorite Fried Rice Recipes - MyRecipes (2024)

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We don't care if it's "carby". We don't care if "fried" is in it's name. We love fried rice, and we don't care who knows it-Because we know you're secretly obsessed with it too.Whether it comes from a takeout box, hibachi grill, or our own kitchen, it's the ultimate Asian-inspired comfort food. And these recipes prove there'sno need to leave the house when a craving calls.Top it with anything from tangy sauce to ham, and enjoy.

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Beef Crumble Fried Rice Recipe

This family favorite only takes half an hour to make. High heat and cornstarch make the beef extra crispy, and the soy sauce and red pepper add flavor to the dish.If you wanted to bulk the meal up a little bit, consider adding a vegetable like spinach.

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Sheet Pan Fried Rice Recipe

Top fried rice withrich, runny egg yolk and creamy Sriracha mayo for added texture and flavor. You don't need a wok for perfectly cooked fried rice, simply preheat a sheet pan, add oil, and use day-old or microwavable rice. Make sure the rice kernels are separate so that they are evenly toasted and won't glob together.Serve this dish along with mongolian beef, orange chicken, crab rangoons, or spring rolls.

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Ham and Lima Bean Fried Rice Recipe

This delicious Southern twist on fried rice is made with pantry and freezer staples, so you probably already have most of the ingredients on hand.

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Nutty Fried Rice Recipe

We incorporate lots of nutty flavor into traditional fried rice using sesame oil, cashews, peanut butter, and sesame seeds.

Quick Fried Brown Rice with Shrimp and Snap Peas

Quick Fried Brown Rice with Shrimp and Snap Peas Recipe

Stir up your weeknight meal routine by serving up 20-minute Quick Fried Brown Rice with Shrimp and Snap Peas.

Brown Rice Stir-Fry

Brown Rice Stir-Fry Recipe

Shrimp Fried Rice

Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

Fill your bowl with Asian flavors when you prepare this colorful 20-minute recipe.

Spicy Crab Fried Rice

Spicy Crab Fried Rice Recipe

Daydreaming yielded this idea for a hybrid between fried rice and a sushi-joint hand roll. It turns out that making fried rice from short-grain, sushi-style rice is fantastic, as it stands up to agitation quite well and lends an almost meaty quality to the final dish.

Ham and Veggie Fried Rice

Ham and Veggie Fried Rice Recipe

Tossing in frozen green peas at the end of cooking keeps them bright and lively.

Chicken, Snow Pea and Cashew Fried Rice

Chicken, Snow Pea and Cashew Fried Rice Recipe

Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

This recipe uses leftover rice from Stuffed Peppers.

Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

At only 477 calories per serving, make take-out Chicken Fried Rice in your own kitchen.

Mushroom and Pine Nut Fried Brown Rice

Mushroom and Pine Nut Fried Brown Rice Recipe

Thinly slice the pepper and onion so they cook quickly.

Fried Brown Rice with Snow Peas and Peanuts

Fried Brown Rice with Snow Peas and Peanuts Recipe

Thinly slice the pepper and onion so they cook quickly.

Vegetable Fried Rice

Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe

Use frozen vegetables to make this asian-inspired fried rice in under 20 minutes!

Creole Fried Rice

Creole Fried Rice Recipe

Cold rice works best in this recipe. If possible, make the rice a day ahead, and store it in the fridge. If you're in a hurry, follow Step 1 to cool it on a baking sheet.

Dessert Fried Rice

Dessert Fried Rice Recipe

Fried Rice with Broccoli and Eggs

Fried Rice with Broccoli and Eggs Recipe

Stir-frying rice is a great way to turn leftover rice into a quick and easy meal. It's important that the rice is cold so it won't become sticky while cooking; the oil coats the chilled grains and prevents clumping.

Chicken-and-Cabbage Fried Rice

Chicken-and-Cabbage Fried Rice Recipe

One-dish meals make weeknight dinner a breeze, and Chicken-and-Cabbage Fried Rice is no exception. This family meal is ready in only 30 minutes.

Quick and Easy Pork Fried Rice

Quick and Easy Pork Fried Rice Recipe

Forget takeout! We're fired up for Quick and Easy Pork Fried Rice. The pork is very tender and we love the sweet and sour flavor of the sauce.

Shrimp-Pineapple Fried Rice

Shrimp-Pineapple Fried Rice Recipe

Stir-up Shrimp-Pineapple Fried Rice for dinner tonight. This one-wok wonder is quick, easy, and full of flavor.

Pork Fried Rice

Pork Fried Rice Recipe

Easy side: Stir together 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced lengthwise; 3 Tbsp. sesame-ginger vinaigrette; 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro; and 1 tsp. toasted sesame seeds. Cover and chill until ready to serve.

Shrimp Fried Rice

Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

This shrimp fried rice dish is best if you use day-old rice. Cook it and spread in a single layer on a baking sheet to cool completely. Then refrigerate overnight to allow it to lose any excess moisture.

Sweet Pea Fried Rice

Sweet Pea Fried Rice Recipe

Pork-and-Pineapple Fried Rice

Pork-and-Pineapple Fried Rice Recipe

Most restaurants make pork fried rice with generic pieces of barbecued meat; Andrew Carmellini uses both seared ground pork and sweet, aromatic Chinese sausage in his playful version. As an alternative to Chinese sausage-which is now available at many Costco stores-substitute thick matchsticks of lean maple-cured bacon.

Veggie Fried Rice with Crispy Ham

Veggie Fried Rice with Crispy Ham Recipe

For this quick family dinner, a small amount of salty ham is crisped and used as a topping. That way you can use far less and still get a big flavor impact.

Fried-Rice Jambalaya

Fried-Rice Jambalaya Recipe

Vegetable Fried Rice

Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe

Confetti Fried Rice

Confetti Fried Rice Recipe

No time to shop? Open a carton of eggs and try one of these quick, tasty meals.

Shrimp Cilantro Fried Rice

Shrimp Cilantro Fried Rice Recipe

Put leftover cooked white rice to good use in this fragrant, colorful dish.

Salt and Pepper Shrimp with Thai Fried Rice

Salt and Pepper Shrimp with Thai Fried Rice Recipe

Tofu Fried Rice

Tofu Fried Rice Recipe

Bring a favorite takeout dinner packed with fresh veggies and tofu to the table in about 15 minutes.

Snow Pea-and-Pork Fried Rice

Snow Pea-and-Pork Fried Rice Recipe

This easy pork stir-fry recipe is filled with lean pork, fresh vegetables and rice and makes a great one-dish meal for busy weeknights. If you don't want to use the sherry, just leave it out and use 1 tablespoons of water.