Deliciously Customizable Special Fried Rice in Just 20 Minutes

This Special Fried Rice recipe brings comforting flavors to your kitchen in just 20 minutes, packed with chicken, shrimp, and fresh veggies.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

4 cups Cooked Rice Day-old rice is ideal for frying.

For the Protein

2 cups Char Siu Chicken Substitute with rotisserie chicken.
1 cup Prawns Diced ham or tofu works well for a vegetarian option.

For the Vegetables

1 cup Peas Substitute with green beans if preferred.
1 cup Carrots Use shredded carrots for easier cooking.
1 cup Bell Peppers Any variety can be used according to your taste.

For the Flavor

3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium soy sauce is a great alternative.
2 tablespoons Shao Xing Grape Juice Dry sherry or omitting works just fine.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Cooking Oil Vegetable or canola oil is perfect for high-heat cooking.

Equipment

Large Skillet
wok

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Start by gathering all your ingredients for the Special Fried Rice. Measure out the cooked rice, char siu chicken, prawns, and assorted vegetables.
In a large skillet or wok, pour in about two tablespoons of cooking oil and heat it over medium-high heat.
Add the diced char siu chicken and prawns to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the prawns turn pink and opaque.
Add your prepared cooked rice into the pan, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Drizzle in the soy sauce and Shao Xing grape juice.
Continue to stir-fry the mixture for about 5 minutes until everything is heated evenly.
Transfer your Special Fried Rice to a serving dish and serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish is customizable; feel free to substitute veggies or proteins based on availability and preference.

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