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20 Best Fried Rice Recipes for Delicious and Easy Meals

FEBRUARY 20, 2023
20 Best Fried Rice Recipes for Delicious and Easy Meals
Fried rice is an easy and delicious meal that can be made with just a few basics from the pantry or fridge. Here we've rounded up our 20 best fried rice recipes that are sure to please everyone. Whether you're looking for a quick 15-minute dinner or something more elaborate, we've got it covered. From classic Chinese restaurant-style fried rice to Thai-inspired recipes and Southeast Asian-inspired dishes, there are plenty of recipes to choose from. We'll show you how to make fried rice with a variety of proteins, vegetables, and exotic flavors. Plus, there are a few recipes for vegetarian and healthier versions of fried rice, too. No matter what kind of fried rice you're in the mood for, we've got a recipe for you. Let's get cooking!
Whole and Heavenly Oven

Hawaiian Pineapple Steak Fried Rice

Get whisked away to the Hawaiian islands with this sweet and savory Pineapple Steak Fried Rice! Tender steak strips, fluffy rice, and juicy pineapple chunks come together to create a one-of-a-kind flavor fusion that will have your taste buds doing the hula. Experience a tropical paradise in your ver...
1
356
6
40 min
TOTAL TIME
533
CALORIES
$1.86
PER SERVING
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Hawaiian Pineapple Steak Fried Rice
Cooking LSL

Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe, Low Calorie, Low Carb

Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe, Low Calorie, Low Carb - swap the regular starchy white rice in this Asian favorite take out with homemade cauliflower rice. This Keto cauliflower rice is great for a healthy  side dish or a light and nutritious meal.
5
19,991
194
25 min
TOTAL TIME
135
CALORIES
$1.03
PER SERVING
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Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe, Low Calorie, Low Carb
Paint the Kitchen Red

Healthy Chinese Style Instant Pot Brown Fried Rice

This Instant Pot Brown Fried Rice is a healthier version of Instant Pot Chinese Fried Rice because it uses brown rice. The recipe is a great way to add flavor to plain brown rice with minimal effort. To make the recipe non-vegetarian, stir in ham, rotisserie chicken and/or a fried egg to the cooke...
10
811
17
55 min
TOTAL TIME
389
CALORIES
$1.32
PER SERVING
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Healthy Chinese Style Instant Pot Brown Fried Rice
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Simply LaKita

Hibachi Style Fried Rice

This Hibachi Style Fried Rice is the perfect restaurant version that can be made at home with few ingredients. Simple, filling, and delicious. Try making it home to share with your family.
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900
48
20 min
TOTAL TIME
858
CALORIES
$1.49
PER SERVING
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Hibachi Style Fried Rice
Half Baked Harvest

Kimchi Chicken and Bacon Fried Rice.

With pineapple and all the good things in life.
14
665
13
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1224
CALORIES
$3.99
PER SERVING
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Kimchi Chicken and Bacon Fried Rice.
Simply Happenings

Teppanyaki Fried Rice

Delicious Japanese teppanyaki fried rice with the option to add carrots, peas, onion, or even make it into tasty chicken fried rice.
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160
10
15 min
TOTAL TIME
662
CALORIES
$1.58
PER SERVING
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Teppanyaki Fried Rice
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Cooklist AI

Fragrant Filipino Garlic Fried Rice

Introducing Fragrant Filipino Garlic Fried Rice, an easy-to-prepare, traditional Filipino cuisine that packs a punch of flavor with minimal ingredients. Perfect as a tasty side dish for any meal, this mouthwatering fried rice recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
2
30 min
TOTAL TIME
792
CALORIES
$1.31
PER SERVING
Fragrant Filipino Garlic Fried Rice
Directions
7 STEPS
1
Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-low heat.
2
Add minced garlic and spread evenly. Increase heat to medium and cook, stirring frequently, until garlic is golden brown. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
3
Remove 1 teaspoon of the browned garlic and set aside for garnish later.
4
Add the cold cooked rice to the wok or skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Mix well to coat the rice grains evenly with the oil and garlic.
5
Stir in salt and black pepper, and cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
6
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then remove from heat.
7
Transfer the garlic fried rice to a serving plate. Top with reserved crispy garlic and chopped spring onions. Serve immediately.
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Pinch of Nom

Fakeaway Fried Rice

We love Chinese food, and our slimming-friendly Fakeaway Fried Rice is an amazing dish whether you're calorie counting or following a diet plan like Weight Watchers.
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32
25 min
TOTAL TIME
1093
CALORIES
$3.40
PER SERVING
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Fakeaway Fried Rice
Healthy World Cuisine.

Gochujang Fried Rice with Leftover Ham

The BEST Korean comfort food is homemade Gochujang Fried Rice with Leftover Ham. This easy Korean fried rice can be on your table in 15 minutes flat with just 6 pantry ingredients
8
15 min
TOTAL TIME
1122
CALORIES
$6.02
PER SERVING
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Gochujang Fried Rice with Leftover Ham
My Ginger Garlic Kitchen

How to make Thai Pineapple Fried Rice

How to make Thai Pineapple Fried Rice - Vegan Recipe. If you’re looking for a lip-smacking 15-minute meal, then give this quick and easy fried rice dish a try which is made with leftover rice.
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296
15 min
TOTAL TIME
502
CALORIES
$1.21
PER SERVING
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How to make Thai Pineapple Fried Rice
Omnivore's Cookbook

Easy Beef Fried Rice

This easy beef fried rice uses a bold seasoning of chili and cumin. It requires very little prep and only takes 10 minutes to cook. A one-pan dish that’s satisfying enough to serve as a main for dinner, or packed into your lunch box for meal-prep, or can be served as a fancy side for your Chinese di...
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147
1
20 min
TOTAL TIME
1671
CALORIES
$4.28
PER SERVING
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Easy Beef Fried Rice
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Benihana Fried Rice Recipe

Satisfy your cravings with this classic Japanese restaurant favorite - Benihana Fried Rice! This easy-to-make recipe features a delicious combination of cooked rice, vegetables, and a special Benihana-style sauce. It's the perfect meal for when you want something tasty, yet quick and easy to prepare...
35 min
TOTAL TIME
565
CALORIES
$1.79
PER SERVING
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Benihana Fried Rice Recipe
The Grateful Grazer

Anything Goes Veggie Fried Rice

Seasonal vegetables and dry fried tofu are cooked with whole grain brown rice and delicious Asian-inspired flavors.
40 min
TOTAL TIME
846
CALORIES
$3.23
PER SERVING
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Anything Goes Veggie Fried Rice
Ready Set Eat

Easy Fried Rice

This easy fried rice recipe can be customized for whatever you have on hand—chicken, shrimp, or skip the meat and load it up with tons of Birds Eye® frozen vegetables
21
30 min
TOTAL TIME
704
CALORIES
$2.02
PER SERVING
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Easy Fried Rice
Vegan Huggs

Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice

Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice ~ sweet, savory and spicy! So easy to make and takes 30 minutes on the stove. It's gluten-free too!
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6,648
564
30 min
TOTAL TIME
771
CALORIES
$2.11
PER SERVING
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Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice
Favorite Family Recipes

Pineapple Fried Rice

Pineapple Fried Rice is an easy and delicious dish that your whole family will love! I like this recipe better than almost any takeout.
6
108
25 min
TOTAL TIME
274
CALORIES
$0.46
PER SERVING
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Pineapple Fried Rice
Half Baked Harvest

15 Minute Soy Sauce Butter Fried Rice

Fast and easy fried rice that can be made in less than 15 minutes - so yummy - perfect for busy days!
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91
15 min
TOTAL TIME
861
CALORIES
$1.90
PER SERVING
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15 Minute Soy Sauce Butter Fried Rice
Cookmorphosis

Sriracha Egg Fried Rice

If you're a lacto-ovo-vegetarian or ovo-vegetarian than this Sriracha egg fried rice is a perfect get away from traditional veggie fried rice.
1
5
30 min
TOTAL TIME
752
CALORIES
$2.08
PER SERVING
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Sriracha Egg Fried Rice
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