Bang Bang Fried Rice: Zesty, Spicy, Satisfying Meal (Print Version)
Bang Bang Fried Rice brings zesty, spicy flavors to your plate. Learn how to make this satisfying meal with my personal tips and kitchen stories.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Dietary: Contains Meat, Dairy (Mayo), Gluten (Soy Sauce)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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3 cups day-old cooked rice
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1.5 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced), shrimp, or tofu
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1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
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2 large eggs
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1 tbsp neutral oil (like canola or vegetable)
→ Bang Bang Sauce
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
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1-2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tsp honey (or maple syrup)
→ Flavor Boosters & Finishing Touches
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
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2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
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1 tsp sesame oil
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2 green onions, sliced
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1 tsp sesame seeds, toasted
→ Optional Extras
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Pinch of red pepper flakes
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Chopped peanuts or cashews for crunch
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Lime wedges for serving
# Instructions:
01 -
Grab a small bowl, friend. Whisk together the mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and honey. Give it a good stir until it's super smooth and creamy. Taste it! Does it need more heat? More tang? This is where you make it *yours*. I usually add an extra dash of sriracha because I like a little fire in my Bang Bang Fried Rice. Set it aside for later.
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Heat a tablespoon of oil in your largest skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Toss in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Let them sizzle for about 30 seconds until they smell absolutely heavenly – don't let them burn, or it'll taste bitter, a mistake I've made too many times! Add your cooked chicken (or shrimp/tofu) and stir-fry for a couple of minutes just to warm it through and get a little color.
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Push the chicken and aromatics to one side of the pan. Add the frozen mixed vegetables to the empty side and stir-fry them for about 3-4 minutes until they're tender-crisp. Now, push everything to the side again, crack the eggs directly into the pan, and quickly scramble them. Once they're mostly set but still a little soft, break them up and mix them into the rest of the ingredients.
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Now for the star! Add your glorious day-old rice to the pan. Break up any clumps with your spatula. Pour in the soy sauce. Stir-fry everything together for about 5-7 minutes, really letting the rice get a little crispy and develop some fantastic texture. This is where the magic happens, and the kitchen starts to smell seriously good.
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Reduce the heat to low. Pour that beautiful Bang Bang sauce all over the rice mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly until every single grain of rice and every bit of chicken and veggie is coated in that creamy, spicy goodness. You want it warm and coated, not boiling, honestly. I usually add a little extra sauce right about now, because why not?
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Take the pan off the heat. Drizzle in the sesame oil – this adds such a deep, nutty aroma, trust me, don't skip it! Stir it in. Ladle your Bang Bang Fried Rice into bowls. Garnish generously with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Stand back and admire your handiwork. It should look vibrant, smell incredible, and taste even better.
# Notes:
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Always use cold, day-
# Equipment Needed:
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Large skillet or wok
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small mixing bowl
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whisk
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spatula