Bang Bang Fried Rice: 1 Spicy Twist That Makes This Dish Irresistible
A fusion of spicy, creamy Bang Bang sauce with classic fried rice, packed with veggies, protein, and bold flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
3 cups day-old cooked rice
2 eggs
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
1/2 cup diced carrots
1/2 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp oil for cooking
2 green onions, sliced
Sesame seeds for garnish
Bang Bang Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
1–2 tsp Sriracha (to taste)
Instructions
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In a bowl, mix mayo, sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha to make Bang Bang sauce. Set aside.
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Heat oil in a skillet or wok. Cook shrimp, chicken, or tofu until golden. Remove and set aside.
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Add garlic and ginger to the pan. Sauté for 30 seconds.
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Push to the side and scramble eggs in the pan. Mix with aromatics.
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Add carrots and peas. Cook 2–3 minutes until softened.
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Stir in rice. Break up clumps and fry on high heat.
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Add soy sauce and sesame oil. Mix thoroughly.
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Return protein to pan. Stir in half of the Bang Bang sauce.
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Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
Use cold, day-old rice for best results. Adjust Bang Bang sauce spice level to taste. Great with shrimp, chicken, or tofu.