Description
Bang Bang Fried Rice is a vibrant and flavorful stir-fried dish made with jasmine rice, mixed vegetables, eggs, and your choice of protein, all tossed in a savory soy and spicy sriracha sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal that can be customized to your taste.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably chilled)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 eggs, beaten
Sauces and Oils
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Additional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Protein of choice (chicken, shrimp, or tofu), optional
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients. If using leftover rice, ensure it’s cold for the best texture and to prevent clumping when stir-frying.
- Heat Oil: In a large pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering, which helps create a nice sear on the ingredients.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant to release their flavors into the oil.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the mixed vegetables to the pan and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp, adding a satisfying texture to the dish.
- Add Eggs: Push the vegetables to one side of the pan to make space. Pour the beaten eggs into the cleared area and scramble them gently until fully cooked, then mix them in with the vegetables.
- Combine Rice: Add the chilled jasmine rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with your spatula. Stir thoroughly to combine the rice with the vegetables and eggs.
- Season: Pour in the soy sauce and sriracha sauce. Stir-fry everything together for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the rice is evenly coated with the sauces for a balanced flavor.
- Add Green Onions and Sesame Oil: Toss in the sliced green onions and drizzle the sesame oil over the rice. Mix well and then season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Add Protein: If you’re using a protein such as chicken, shrimp, or tofu, add it now and stir gently until it’s heated through and evenly distributed.
- Serve: Remove the pan from heat and serve the Bang Bang Fried Rice hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired for an extra pop of freshness.
Notes
- Using chilled, day-old rice is crucial to prevent the dish from becoming mushy.
- Adjust sriracha sauce based on your preferred spice level.
- Feel free to swap mixed vegetables with your favorites like broccoli, corn, or snap peas.
- To make this dish vegetarian or vegan, omit the eggs or substitute with scrambled tofu.
- For added protein, pre-cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu work best and cook quickly when added during the final step.
- Use a wok or a large skillet for best results to allow even cooking and easy stirring.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
