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Easy Ground Pork Fried Rice

Ground Pork fried rice is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and delicious. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it can be customized to your liking with your favorite vegetables and seasonings. This recipe uses ground pork, which makes it quick and easy to cook. It can served as a main course or a side dish. Love Chinese recipes? Here are a few of our favorites: Chinese BBQ ribs, Spicy General Tso Chicken, Spicy Honey Chicken, Fried Rice, and Mala Chicken.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 530 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 10 oz frozen carrots & peas
  • 1 tablespoon mushroom-flavored soy sauce or dark soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes , ground black pepper, or white pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup peanut oil or canola oil
  • 4 large eggs , beaten
  • 1 large onion , chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic , chopped
  • 1 tablespoon grated or finely chopped fresh ginger
  • 4 cups leftover Jasmine rice , cold leftover rice from the previous day, or refrigerated for at least 2 hours
  • 1 bunch scallions , finely sliced, light and dark green parts divided
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • Kosher salt to taste , as needed

Instructions

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  1. In a small bowl, mix and combine soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, and pepper.  Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a 14-inch skillet or wok over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers and tiny wisps of smoke are visible. Add the ground pork, breaking up any clumps, and cook until browned about 4 minutes. Transfer the cooked pork to a bowl.
  2. In the same skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over high heat. Add the diced onions and cook, tossing often, until they become translucent and just tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic, light green scallions, and ginger, and stir-fry until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Incorporate the mixed vegetables and continue cooking, tossing often, until they are defrosted and heated through, about 2 minutes. Move everything to one side of the skillet. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the empty side of the pan. Pour in the beaten eggs.
  4. Allow the bottom to set for a couple of seconds, then scramble the eggs and use your spatula to cut them into small pieces. Mix the scrambled eggs with the rest of the ingredients. Return the cooked ground pork and any juices to the skillet and add the cooked rice; toss and stir the rice to separate the grains and combine the rice with all the ingredients. Cook until the heat builds up and you can hear a sizzling noise, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Swirl in the soy sauce mixture. Toss and constantly stir until the rice is heated through and turns an even color. If the rice appears dry, add a bit more oil. Stir in the dark scallion greens and sesame oil if using. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Serve.

Notes

  • How to Store & Re-Heat
  • To store ground pork fried rice, let it cool completely before placing it in an airtight container and storing it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, heat a small amount of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat, add the fried rice, and cook until heated through. You can also reheat ground pork fried rice in the microwave by adding a splash of water to a microwave-safe bowl of fried rice and microwaving it on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
  • How to Make-Ahead
  • Ground pork fried rice can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.  
  • How to Freeze
  • To freeze ground pork fried rice, let it cool completely. Then, spread it out on a baking sheet to create a thin layer. Freeze for 1-2 hours or until frozen solid. Once frozen solid, transfer the fried rice to a freezer-safe bag or container. Label and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • To reheat frozen ground pork fried rice, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator. Then, heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add a small amount of oil to the pan and add the fried rice. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. You can also reheat frozen ground pork fried rice in the microwave by adding a splash of water to a microwave-safe bowl of fried rice and microwaving on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.