Bang Bang Fried Rice (Printable View)
Creamy, spicy fried rice with chicken, vegetables, and Bang Bang sauce ready in 35 minutes.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced (about 10 ounces)
02 - 2 large eggs
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 cup carrots, diced
04 - 1 cup bell pepper, diced (red or yellow)
05 - 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
06 - 4 green onions, sliced
→ Rice
07 - 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled
→ Bang Bang Sauce
08 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
09 - 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon sriracha
11 - 1 tablespoon honey
12 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon soy sauce
→ Frying & Seasoning
14 - 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
15 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
16 - 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
17 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Garnish
18 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
19 - Extra sliced green onions
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and soy sauce in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside for serving.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
03 - Add another tablespoon oil to the skillet. Add carrots and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2 minutes, then add peas and half the green onions. Cook until vegetables are just tender, 2-3 more minutes.
04 - Push vegetables to the side of the pan. Add the remaining oil, then pour in beaten eggs. Let set for 30 seconds, then scramble and mix with vegetables.
05 - Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
06 - Add chilled rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until heated through and lightly toasted.
07 - Return cooked chicken to the pan. Pour half of the Bang Bang Sauce over the rice mixture, tossing to coat everything evenly.
08 - Remove from heat. Drizzle remaining Bang Bang Sauce on top. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and extra green onions. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The Bang Bang sauce creates this incredibly creamy, sweet, and spicy coating that clings to every grain of rice
- It comes together in under 35 minutes but tastes like something from a restaurant
02 -
- Cold rice from the refrigerator is absolutely essential for proper fried rice texture
- Have all ingredients prepped and measured before you turn on the stove
03 -
- Keep your wok or skillet moving constantly once the rice goes in
- Double the sauce recipe and keep the extra in the fridge for up to a week