Description
XO Sauce Fried Rice is a flavorful and savory stir-fried rice dish that features a rich blend of umami-packed XO sauce, succulent prawns, tender Chinese BBQ pork, and fluffy egg omelette pieces. Perfect for using day-old rice, this easy-to-make recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal packed with bold flavors and delightful textures.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 eggs, lightly whisked
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 200g (7 oz) peeled and deveined prawns
- 200g (7 oz) Chinese ‘Char Siu’ BBQ Pork, diced
- 3 cups cooked rice (day old is best)
- ¼ cup finely sliced spring onion (scallions)
Seasoning Sauce
- ¼ cup XO Sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Chinese Shaoxing cooking wine
- 1 tsp dark soy sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the seasoning sauce: In a small bowl, combine the XO sauce, soy sauce, Shaoxing cooking wine, and dark soy sauce. Stir well and set aside.
- Make the egg omelette: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or frying pan over medium-high heat. Pour in the lightly whisked eggs and use a spatula to continuously stir the eggs until they are nearly set. Flip the omelette over carefully and cook for an additional minute. Transfer the cooked omelette to a chopping board and cut into small pieces.
- Cook aromatics and proteins: Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large wok or frying pan over high heat. Add the finely chopped garlic and diced onion, cooking for about 2 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent. Add the peeled prawns and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until just cooked through. Then add the diced Chinese BBQ pork and toss to combine.
- Add seasoning and rice: Pour the prepared seasoning sauce into the wok and stir-fry the mixture for another minute, ensuring everything is well coated. Next, add the day-old cooked rice along with the chopped omelette pieces. Stir-fry continuously until the rice grains are evenly coated with the sauce and heated through.
- Finish and serve: Toss in the finely sliced spring onions and give the rice a final stir. Serve the XO Sauce Fried Rice hot with extra XO sauce on the side for an added flavor boost.
Notes
- Using day-old cooked rice helps achieve the best texture by preventing clumping and excess moisture.
- You can prepare homemade XO sauce and Chinese BBQ pork for an authentic and fresher taste.
- Adjust the amount of XO sauce according to your preference for spice and flavor intensity.
- This dish reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Make sure to cook the prawns only until just done to avoid rubbery texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Keywords: XO sauce fried rice, Chinese fried rice, XO sauce recipe, char siu fried rice, prawns fried rice, stir-fried rice, Chinese cuisine
