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    Home » Entree » Leftover Pork Fried Rice – Chinese Takeout Style

    Leftover Pork Fried Rice – Chinese Takeout Style

    Posted on February 19, 2019 By Beth Neels

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    Pork Fried Rice is a great way to use up leftover roasted pork! This Pork Fried Rice is done, before you can go pick up takeout! Not to mention the fact that it is so much healthier! You control all of the ingredients!

    pork fried rice in 2 white bowls with chopsticks

    When I started this blog, I promised myself to use my wok more. To make healthier versions of standard American-Chinese Takeout fare! To that end, what would any self respecting Chinese Restaurant do without Pork Fried Rice?

    Origins of Pork Fried Rice

    pork fried rice with scallion garnish

    Unlike many dishes that are served in Chinese Restaurants in America, fried rice actually originated in China! The earliest records find it in the Sui province, near Yangzhou, in the 6th century!

    Many Chinese restaurants still sell a “special fried rice” that is reminiscent of that original recipe with pork and shrimp!

    close up of pork fried rice with eggs, peas and carrots

    Pork Fried Rice is such an economical meal, as well! For 6 servings, you will spend about $1.50, per serving! How can you beat that?!

    bowl of pork fried rice on black background

    The other added bonus is that Pork Fied rice is so very easy! It is best to cook the rice the day before, or use leftover rice. I always use leftover pork or ham, as well! With these preparations, the actual dinner can be cooked in less than 20 minutes!

    How to Make Pork Fried Rice

    1. Beat eggs in bowl.
    2. Add enough oil to barely coat the pan or wok.
    Eggs beaten in small bowl. Oil coated wok.
    1. Add eggs to wok over medium high heat.
    2. Stir eggs to cook through.
    Eggs in wok. Stirring eggs.
    1. Break eggs apart into small pieces.
    2. Chop up all vegetables.
    Fully cooked eggs. Vegetables chopped on cutting board.
    1. Add a bit more oil, add the carrots and celery to wok, again, over moderate heat. Stir fry for 4 or 5 minutes.
    2. Add scallion white and light green parts and garlic to the other veges in the wok. Stir fry for another minute, or two.
    Vegetables added to wok. Stirring vegetables in wok.
    1. Next, add soy sauce, oyster sauce and sesame oil.
    2. Chop leftover pork into chunks.
    Finished vegetables in wok. Pork cut into chunks on board.
    1. Add rice and pork to vegetables in wok.
    2. Incorporate sauce to all of the rice.
    Pork and rice added to wok. Mixed up fried rice.
    1. Add peas, stir.
    2. Add eggs.
    Frozen peas added to wok. Scrambled eggs added to pork fried rice.
    1. Gently stir in eggs, so they don’t break up too much.
     Finished pork fried rice.

    Garnish with green parts o scallion.

    Is Fried Rice Gluten Free?

    Pork Fried Rice is Gluten Free, if you buy Gluten free soy sauce, or tamari. Tamari is the Japanese version of soy sauce, and contains no gluten. If you have a gluten intolerance, please check the labels of your soy sauce, to make sure you have a gluten free version!

    pork fried rice in white bowl

    Even though adding the pork to the fried rice, basically makes this a dinner on it’s own, this Pork Fried Rice is great with all of your favorite Chinese takeout recipes!

    pork fried rice in gray bowl

    What can you serve with Fried Rice

    • Sweet and Sour Chicken
    • Sesame Chicken
    • Cashew Pork
    • Lobster Almond Ding
    • Happy / Lucky Family (coming soon)
    • Garlic Shrimp

    Can You Freeze Leftover Fried Rice?

    2 bowls pork fried rice on black background with chopsticks

    Fried Rice actually freezes very well! Package in an air tight container, baggie or vacuum pack. The fried rice will freeze for a month or two. To reheat, thaw in refrigerator and then reheat in microwave with a bit of chicken stock!

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    Tools I Use to Make Fried Rice

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      • wok
      • wok tools
      • oyster sauce
      • tamari – gluten free soy sauce

    Enjoy! And have fun cooking!

    Xoxo,

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    Two bowls of pork fried rice with blue bowls.

    Leftover Pork Fried Rice

    Pork Fried Rice is a great way to use up leftover roasted pork! This Pork Fried Rice is done, before you can go pick up takeout! Not to mention the fact that it is so much healthier! You control all of the ingredients!
    See Step by Step Photos Above!Most of our recipes have step by step photos and videos! Also helpful tips so that you can make it perfectly the first time and every time! Scroll up to see them!
    5 from 10 votes
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    Course: Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine: Chinese
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 163kcal
    Author: Beth Neels
    Cost: $5

    Ingredients

    • 2 eggs, whisked
    • 1 Tbsp cooking oil
    • 2 small stalks celery, diced
    • 1 large carrot, diced
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 3 scallions, bias sliced, thin
    • 3-4 Tbsp soy sauce
    • 2 tsp oyster sauce
    • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
    • 2 cups cooked rice, cold preferably cooked the day before
    • 1 cup leftover cooked diced pork

    Instructions

    • Add a bit of oil to wok. Pour in eggs, moving them around and breaking them into small pieces, as they cook. Once done, remove to a small plate.
    • Add a bit more oil to wok. Add carrots and celery. Stir fry for about 5 minutes, with the heat on medium high, to soften, slightly.
    • Add garlic and white parts of scallion. Stir fry a few more minutes. 
    • Add soy sauce, oyster sauce and sesame oil to the vegetables. Heat through.
    • Next, incorporate the rice with the vegetables and sauce. Then, add the pork and stir that in.
    • Lastly, add the scrambled eggs and carefully incorporate, so that the pieces don’t fall apart. Serve hot!
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    Notes

    Have all of your ingredients ready to go before you start stir frying.
    Use rice that is cold and cooked the day before you make the fried rice.
    Perfect for leftover leftover rice and ham or pork.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 603mg | Potassium: 210mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2170IU | Vitamin C: 2.3mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.8mg
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    Originally Published 1/21/19

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    Comments

    1. Patty

      February 22, 2019 at 7:30 am

      5 stars
      Your fried rice looks scrumptious Beth, totally my kind of meal and I love all the flavors, I can’t wait to make it!

      Reply
      • Binky

        February 22, 2019 at 10:03 am

        Thank you so much Patty! I really appreciate the kind words!

        Reply
    2. Lizet Bowen

      February 21, 2019 at 5:35 pm

      5 stars
      I haven’t used my wok in a while. Time to get it out to make this delicious fried rice!

      Reply
      • Binky

        February 21, 2019 at 5:41 pm

        I do love cooking in it, but seldom think about it! Thank you Lizet!!

        Reply
    3. Claudia Canu

      February 21, 2019 at 12:14 pm

      5 stars
      I’m not a fan of pork meat, but I love this recipe. Do you think chicken could work well?

      Reply
      • Binky

        February 21, 2019 at 5:41 pm

        Absolutely. Chicken works as well. Pork is more traditional for American Chinese takeout.

        Reply
    4. Brian Jones

      February 21, 2019 at 2:29 am

      5 stars
      Fakeaway food at home is the best! I think I survived my entire first term (semester) at University on fried rice from the local takeaway… If only I knew then what I know now 😉

      Reply
      • Binky

        February 21, 2019 at 9:56 am

        Haha! Yes, to be that young and no what we do now would be terribly handy. Wouldn’t it? Thanks Brian!

        Reply
    5. Julie Running in a Skirt

      February 20, 2019 at 1:07 pm

      5 stars
      What a great recipe! Chinese food is so much better for you when you make it at home. Love your fried rice!

      Reply
      • Binky

        February 20, 2019 at 1:25 pm

        Thank you so much, Julie! I appreciate that!

        Reply
    6. Jacqueline Debono

      February 20, 2019 at 7:25 am

      5 stars
      This is such a great way to use up leftover pork. I haven’t made fried rice for ages. Going to pin this recipe for next time I cook pork!

      Reply
      • Binky

        February 20, 2019 at 9:27 am

        I seem to always forget about it too! Thank you for the comment Jacqueline!

        Reply
    7. Amy

      February 19, 2019 at 4:14 pm

      What a delicious weeknight dinner, so good!

      Reply
      • Binky

        February 19, 2019 at 5:14 pm

        It really is. Delicious and easy, what more can you ask for? Thanks Amy!

        Reply
    8. Pam

      February 19, 2019 at 3:37 pm

      5 stars
      I am such a huge believer in using up leftovers or anything you have on hand. This looks great!

      Reply
      • Binky

        February 19, 2019 at 3:59 pm

        Thank you Pam! It sure makes your life easier!

        Reply
    9. Vicky

      February 19, 2019 at 2:56 pm

      5 stars
      Pork fried rice is one of my favorite Chinese dishes. But who has the time or money to waste on getting takeout? I love how you can make this at home for a fraction of the cost and it’s better for you.

      Reply
      • Binky

        February 19, 2019 at 4:00 pm

        It is super easy too, Vicky! Thank you very much!

        Reply
    10. Noelle

      February 19, 2019 at 2:33 pm

      5 stars
      What a simple way to spice up a meal! I normally make chicken fried rice but this looks great, definitely will try this instead next time!

      Reply
      • Binky

        February 19, 2019 at 2:39 pm

        It is just perfect for leftover pork roasts! Thanks so much Noelle!

        Reply
    11. Calleigh | The Fork Bite

      February 19, 2019 at 2:00 pm

      My family loves to eat fried rice, I normally do this with some leftover chicken or pork and simply ransack our fridge with whatever veggies available.

      Reply
      • Binky

        February 19, 2019 at 2:40 pm

        Well, that works, as well! I do like have some fresh veggies in there too! Thank you Calleigh!

        Reply
    12. Donna

      February 06, 2019 at 3:54 pm

      5 stars
      You are not going to believe this, but I have leftover pork and leftover rice in the fridge! Guess what I am making tonight? Looks awesome!

      Reply
      • Binky

        February 06, 2019 at 4:08 pm

        Thank you Donna! I totally love it when a plan comes together!!

        Reply

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