Yeung Chow Fried Rice, also known as Yangzhou Fried Rice, is a classic Chinese dish known for its vibrant mix of flavors and ingredients. This colorful and delicious rice dish includes shrimp, BBQ pork, and vegetables, making it a satisfying and complete meal.

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Why You’ll Love This Yeung Chow Rice

Flavorful and Colorful: A delightful mix of ingredients that pleases the palate and the eyes.
Quick and Easy: Perfect for using up leftover rice and quick weeknight dinners.
Customizable: Easily adjust the ingredients to your preference or what you have on hand.

Ingredients You’ll Need

3 cups cooked and cooled jasmine rice
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup BBQ pork, diced
1/2 cup peas and carrots, frozen or fresh
3 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare Rice: Ensure rice is cooked and cooled; leftover rice works best.
Cook Eggs: In a large wok or pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same wok, add the remaining oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Cook Protein: Add shrimp and BBQ pork to the wok and stir-fry until heated through.
Add Vegetables: Stir in peas, carrots, and green onions, cooking until tender.
Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked rice and scrambled eggs to the wok. Mix well.
Season: Pour in soy sauce and oyster sauce, stirring to coat the rice evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve: Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Serving Suggestions

Main Dish: Serve as a main course with a side of hot and sour soup or egg rolls.
Side Dish: Pairs well with other Chinese dishes like General Tso’s chicken or stir-fried vegetables.
Garnish: Garnish with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime for a fresh twist.

How to Store Yeung Chow Rice

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Reheat in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of water if needed to prevent drying.

Additional Tips: Yeung Chow Rice

Rice Choice: Day-old rice works best for fried rice, as it’s less sticky.
Protein Alternatives: Substitute shrimp and BBQ pork with chicken, beef, or tofu.
Vegetable Variations: Add bell peppers, corn, or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.

Yeung Chow Fried Rice Recipe

Recipe by Rose HernandezCourse: MainCuisine: ChineseDifficulty: Easy

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

350

kcal

Ingredients

3 cups cooked and cooled jasmine rice
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup BBQ pork, diced
1/2 cup peas and carrots
3 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Scramble eggs in 1 tablespoon oil. Set aside.
Sauté garlic in remaining oil. Add shrimp and BBQ pork.
Stir in peas, carrots, and green onions.
Add rice and scrambled eggs, mixing well.
Season with soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, and pepper.
Serve hot.

Ingredients:
Difficulty: Easy
Keywords: Yeung Chow Fried Rice, Yangzhou Fried Rice, Chinese fried rice

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Make authentic Yeung Chow Fried Rice at home with this easy recipe. A delicious mix of shrimp, BBQ pork, and vegetables, perfect for any meal!