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Yang Chow fried rice

Yang Chow fried rice is a popular Chinese dish made with cooked rice, eggs, vegetables (such as peas, carrots, and green onions), and often includes protein like shrimp, chicken, or pork. It is seasoned with soy sauce and sometimes other spices to give it a savory and flavorful taste. It's a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect as a main dish or as a side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cooked white rice (preferably chilled)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp chicken, or pork (diced)
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas thawed
  • 1/2 cup carrots diced
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil.
  2. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add the cooked protein (shrimp, chicken, or pork) and stir-fry for a few minutes.
  5. Add the diced carrots and peas, and continue to cook until the vegetables are tender.
  6. Add the chilled rice to the skillet and break up any clumps with a spatula.
  7. Stir in the soy sauce, green onions, and cooked eggs. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 17gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 156mgSodium: 883mgPotassium: 290mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3.097IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 79mgIron: 1mg

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