Description
Bang Bang Fried Rice is a flavorful and spicy twist on classic fried rice, featuring tender chicken, scrambled eggs, and a vibrant bang bang sauce made from mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha. This quick and easy stir-fried dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal or to impress guests with its bold taste and colorful presentation.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 chicken breast, diced
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/3 cup green peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 2 to 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oil (plus more as needed)
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and rice vinegar together until smooth. Set aside for later use to coat the fried rice.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper to taste, and cook for 5–6 minutes until the chicken is browned and fully cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
- Scramble Eggs: Using the same pan, pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Avoid overcooking. Remove eggs from pan and set aside with the chicken.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add a little more oil if needed, then sauté diced carrots and minced garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in green peas and cook for an additional minute to warm them through.
- Fry Rice: Add the cold cooked rice to the pan with the vegetables. Stir-fry on high heat for 3–4 minutes, breaking up any clumps and letting the rice crisp slightly to enhance texture and flavor.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken and scrambled eggs to the pan. Stir everything together well to evenly distribute ingredients.
- Season and Coat: Pour the prepared bang bang sauce over the rice mixture. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and mix thoroughly until the entire dish is well coated and heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Using day-old rice is ideal as it prevents the fried rice from becoming mushy.
- Adjust the level of Sriracha in the bang bang sauce to control the spice intensity according to preference.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu and omit egg.
- Make sure to cook the chicken completely to ensure food safety.
- This dish is best served fresh but can be reheated with a splash of water to soften the rice if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Bang Bang Fried Rice, spicy fried rice, chicken fried rice, quick dinner, Asian stir-fry
