Pork Fried Rice

Name: Pork Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Ingredients: 4 cups cooked rice, cooled; 1 lb pork tenderloin or pork chops, diced; 3 tbsp vegetable oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1.5 cups frozen peas and carrots; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1/4 tsp white pepper; 2 eggs, beaten; 3 scallions, chopped

Fluffy fried rice with tender diced pork, peas, and carrots finished with soy and sesame oil for authentic weeknight dinner.

30 minEasyServes 4320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 cups cooked rice, cooled
1 lb pork tenderloin or pork chops, diced
3 tbsp vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1.5 cups frozen peas and carrots
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp white pepper
2 eggs, beaten
3 scallions, chopped

Instructions

1

Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2

Add 1 lb diced pork tenderloin or pork chops and cook for 4-5 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks, until cooked through. Remove to a plate.
3

Add a bit more oil if needed and stir-fry 1.5 cups frozen peas and carrots for 1-2 minutes until warmed through. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4

Push the vegetables to the side of the pan. Add the beaten 2 eggs and scramble until just cooked, about 1 minute.
5

Add 4 cups cooked rice, cooled to the pan, breaking up any clumps, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the rice is heated through and coated evenly.
6

Return the cooked pork tenderloin or pork chops to the pan and toss everything together.
7

Add 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1/4 tsp white pepper, stirring until the rice is evenly colored.
8

Drizzle with 1 tsp sesame oil and toss once more.
9

Remove from heat and stir in the chopped 3 chopped scallions. Serve hot.
10

Internal temperature of pork should reach 145°F.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Pork Fried Rice reach?

For Pork Fried Rice, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 10. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of toasted sesame oil in Pork Fried Rice?

The entry for Pork Fried Rice calls for 1 tsp sesame oil. In its place: There is no neutral substitute for the toasted flavor. Warm a spoonful of sesame seeds in a neutral oil, or leave it out and finish with toasted seeds.

Can I make Pork Fried Rice gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Pork Fried Rice is 3 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How many calories are in Pork Fried Rice?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 320 calories, with 16 g protein, 32 g carbohydrate and 14 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 620 mg sodium.

Can I freeze Pork Fried Rice?

It is not a good candidate. Refrigerate what is left of Pork Fried Rice within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it. The grain firms up as it chills; add a spoonful of water before reheating.

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