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XO Fried Rice with Char Siu

XO Fried Rice with Char Siu: A Simple Gourmet Delight

Transform leftover char siu pork into a delicious XO Fried Rice that bursts with umami flavor, ready in no time!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Rice
  • 1 tablespoon Peanut Oil or Vegetable Oil Feel free to substitute with any neutral oil like canola.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Adds sweetness; shallots can be used for milder taste.
  • 2 cups Char Siu Pork Main protein; use other cooked proteins if char siu is not available.
  • 2 scallions Green Onions Use both whites and greens for the best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh ginger is preferred for flavor intensity.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best.
  • 3 cups Leftover Rice Optimal when day-old and drier.
  • 4 tablespoons XO Sauce Homemade is ideal, but use store-bought if needed.
  • 2 large Eggs For a vegan option, substitute with scrambled tofu.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for XO Fried Rice with Char Siu
  1. In a large skillet, add 1 tablespoon of peanut oil or vegetable oil and heat it over high heat for about 1 minute.
  2. Add the diced yellow onion and char siu pork to the hot skillet, sautéing them for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Stir in the white parts of the green onions, minced ginger, and minced garlic into the skillet. Cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Introduce your day-old leftover rice to the skillet, breaking any clumps apart. Stir constantly for approximately 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the XO sauce, stirring well to evenly coat every grain.
  6. Push the rice to one side of the skillet, pour in the beaten eggs on the empty side, and let them set for about 1 minute.
  7. Once the eggs are set, scramble them gently and combine them with the fried rice. Add the green onion greens and cook for another 30 seconds.
  8. Taste your XO fried rice and adjust the seasoning with salt if necessary. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Utilize leftover char siu pork for a delicious dish, and feel free to add colorful veggies for added nutrition and texture.

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