Name: Bang Bang Fried Rice Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old); 1 chicken breast, diced; 2 eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup diced carrots; 1/3 cup green peas; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish); 2 to 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon oil (plus more as needed); 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce; 1 tablespoon Sriracha (adjust to taste); 1 teaspoon rice vinegar

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Introduction

Bang Bang Fried Rice is a flavorful and spicy twist on classic fried rice, featuring a creamy, tangy sauce that brings everything together. This dish combines tender chicken, vegetables, and a vibrant bang bang sauce for a quick meal perfect for any day of the week.

The image shows a bowl of fried rice with several layers and colors. The base layer consists of light brown cooked rice mixed with yellow scrambled eggs and small orange carrot cubes spread evenly. Scattered green peas and chopped green onions add bright green spots throughout the dish. On top and mixed in are shiny, golden-brown grilled chicken pieces with a slightly crispy texture. The bowl is white, and the background surface is a white marbled texture. The photo was taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
1 chicken breast, diced
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup diced carrots
1/3 cup green peas
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
2 to 3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oil (plus more as needed)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon Sriracha (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and rice vinegar to create the bang bang sauce. Set aside.
Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Step 3: In the same pan, scramble the beaten eggs until just set. Remove and set aside.
Step 4: Add another drizzle of oil, sauté diced carrots and garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in green peas and cook for another minute.
Step 5: Add cold rice to the pan. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes on high heat, breaking up clumps and allowing it to crisp.
Step 6: Return the chicken and eggs to the pan. Stir well. Add soy sauce and mix evenly.
Step 7: Pour the bang bang sauce over the rice mixture and stir until everything is well coated and heated through.
Step 8: Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Tips & Variations

Use day-old rice for the best texture; freshly cooked rice can turn mushy when stir-fried.
Adjust the amount of Sriracha in the sauce to control the spice level to your preference.
For extra crunch, add chopped peanuts or cashews as a garnish.
Substitute chicken with shrimp, tofu, or your favorite protein for variety.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat to maintain texture, or microwave until warmed through, stirring occasionally to heat evenly.

How to Serve

A large white pan filled with fried rice that has several layers of ingredients mixed together: the base layer is light brown cooked rice, mixed evenly with small diced orange carrots and bright green peas scattered throughout; there are medium-sized golden scrambled egg pieces layered on top and throughout; chunks of browned and glossy chicken pieces are spread evenly on the rice, giving a caramelized look; a silver spoon rests in the pan, partially buried in the rice; the pan sits on a white marbled surface with a small wooden bowl of chopped green onions and some green parsley on the side. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dish vegetarian?

Yes, simply omit the chicken and substitute with tofu or extra vegetables. You can also use a vegetarian-friendly soy sauce and adjust the bang bang sauce as desired.

What can I use if I don’t have sweet chili sauce?

If sweet chili sauce is not available, you can mix honey or sugar with a bit of chili garlic sauce or hot sauce to replicate its sweet and spicy flavor.