Description
Sizzling Blackstone fried rice delivers quick Asian-inspired comfort with crispy edges and rich flavor profiles. Perfectly seasoned rice combines savory proteins and fresh vegetables, creating a delightful meal you can master in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
main proteins:
- 1 cup cooked chicken (diced or shredded)
- 1 cup cooked shrimp
- 1 cup diced steak or pork
- 1 cup tofu (for a vegetarian version)
rice and base:
- 4 cups cooked and chilled white rice (day-old rice works best)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil (or butter)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sesame oil
vegetables and aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
seasonings and sauces:
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) soy sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) oyster sauce (optional, for extra umami)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust as needed)
eggs:
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
Instructions
- Heat the Blackstone griddle to a robust medium-high temperature, aiming for a consistent 375-400°F cooking zone.
- Drizzle vegetable oil across the griddle surface, ensuring comprehensive and uniform coverage for optimal cooking conditions.
- Scatter diced protein ingredients like chicken, shrimp, or beef onto the hot griddle, allowing them to sear and develop rich caramelized edges.
- Push cooked proteins to one side of the griddle, creating space for vegetable preparation.
- Introduce finely chopped onions, carrots, and peas directly onto the heated surface, stirring frequently to prevent burning and promote even cooking.
- Create a clear section on the griddle and crack eggs directly onto the cooking area, scrambling them with swift, deliberate movements.
- Consolidate all previously cooked ingredients into a central cooking zone, maintaining high heat for optimal texture.
- Add cold, pre-cooked rice to the griddle, spreading it evenly and allowing slight crispy edges to develop.
- Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil across the rice mixture, tossing ingredients thoroughly to ensure comprehensive flavor distribution.
- Continue stirring and folding ingredients for 2-3 minutes, guaranteeing each component is heated through and perfectly integrated.
- Remove from heat, transfer to serving plates, and garnish with fresh green onions for a vibrant finishing touch.
Notes
- Preheat your griddle gradually to ensure even heat distribution and prevent hot spots that might burn ingredients.
- Use a high smoke point oil like avocado or grapeseed for better searing and less burning during high-temperature cooking.
- Choose day-old rice that’s slightly dried out to prevent mushy texture and help achieve those signature crispy rice grains.
- Consider adding a splash of sesame oil at the end for an authentic Asian flavor boost that elevates the entire dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg