Panda Express Fried Rice: In 30 Minutes
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5.0
51 reviews
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 40 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
387 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
Panda Express Fried Rice: In 30 Minutes
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Create authentic Panda Express fried rice at home with this simple copycat recipe featuring perfectly cooked rice, eggs, and vegetables.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups long grain rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs whisked
- 1/3 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2 tablespoons scallions thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
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Instructions
- Rinse the rice in a colander and place it in a medium-sized pot with the water, vegetable broth, and salt.
- Bring to a boil over high heat.
- When the rice begins to boil, reduce the temperature to low, and place a lid on the pot.
- Simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Remove from the heat, and let the rice sit for about 10 minutes.
- Place the rice in the refrigerator and allow it to cool completely, about 1 to 2 hours. It’s best to make the rice ahead of time.
- Place a wok or a large skillet over high heat.
- When the skillet is hot, add the vegetable oil and pour in the eggs.
- Stir the eggs as they cook and when they have become scrambled remove them from the pan.
- Add the rice, frozen peas and carrots, and scallions to the pan.
- Stir the rice continually to break it up.
- After about two minutes, add the scrambled eggs and pour in the sesame oil.
- Continue to cook until the rice has heated through.
- Taste the rice, you may want to add soy sauce before serving.
Notes
- 🍚 Rice Prep Magic: Always use day-old rice that's been refrigerated - fresh rice contains too much moisture and will turn mushy when fried.
- 🔥 Wok Temperature: Your pan should be hot enough that a drop of water evaporates in 1-2 seconds - this ensures proper frying instead of steaming.
- 🥄 Seasoning Strategy: Add sesame oil at the very end of cooking to preserve its aromatic properties and prevent it from burning.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
387kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
77g
(26%)
Protein
10g
(20%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
82mg
(27%)
Sodium
812mg
(34%)
Potassium
168mg
(5%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
1507IU
(30%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
47mg
(5%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 387 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 387kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 77g | 26% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 812mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 168mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1507IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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