18 Easy Asian Fried Rice Recipes

There are endless ways to make delicious fried rice at home. Check out this awesome roundup of 18 Easy Asian Fried Rice Recipes that you'll definitely want to bookmark. From Korean fried rice to Indonesian fried rice to vegetable fried rice, these easy rice recipes will never get old!

1. Cauliflower fried rice with crab

Cauliflower fried rice with crab topped with a runny egg in a round dark gray bowl with wooden chopsticks on top on a white wooden board. — *Photo by Asian Caucasian.*

This healthier version of fried rice will make you wonder why you weren't using riced cauliflower all along! This Easy Cauliflower Fried Rice with Crab is so flavorful. A drizzle of sriracha sauce completes this healthy dish, and that fried egg is the icing on the cake!

If you have leftover rice just hanging out in the fridge, turn it into Asian fried rice! You're going to love this roundup of unique and easy Asian-inspired fried rice recipes from my blog, and from some of my favorite food bloggers, that will turn that leftover rice into something magical!

2. Gochujang fried rice

Gochujang Fried Rice in a large white bowl on top of a gray napkin with wooden chopsticks and gochujang sauce on the side. — *Photo courtesy of Chisel & Fork.*

This delicious Gochujang Fried Rice takes less time than waiting for takeout, and is kicked up a notch by the sweet and spicy Korean Gochujang paste. I mean, there's nothing better than a meal that's ready in under 20 minutes!

TOP TIP! Did you know that leftover rice makes the best fried rice? Don't throw it away! It's best when left in the fridge overnight because it's drier and will cook perfectly in your skillet, along with the other ingredients.

3. Scallion garlic indian fried rice

Scalliion Garlic Indian Fried Rice in a gray bowl with a cinnamon stick in the middle. — *Photo courtesy of Sweet Simple Masala.*

Spice up your leftover rice by making this easy Scallion Garlic Indian Fried Rice! The combination of cinnamon, cloves, peppercorn, and cumin gives this rice such a warm and cozy flavor!

4. Healthy shrimp fried rice

Shrimp Fried Rice with lime wedges on top in a black cast iron pan on top of a wooden board. — *Photo by Asian Caucasian.*

Who needs takeout when you can make this Healthy Shrimp Fried Rice in your own kitchen? It's cheaper, healthier, and faster! I used brown rice in this recipe for the extra fiber. Consider this good-for-you fried rice!

5. Asian style chicken fried rice

Asian chicken fried rice in a large wok with a fried egg, sliced cucumbers, and cilantro leaves on top and other condiments in small bowls on the side on top of a black surface. — *Photo courtesy of the Spice Adventuress*.

This Asian Style Chicken Fried Rice is all about the toppings and condiments! Fried eggs, fresh cilantro, sliced cucumbers, fried shallots, and spicy sambal oelek all create this wonderful texture and layers of flavor to the final dish.

6. Easy egg fried rice

Egg fried rice in a round white bowl with a fork, and a small glass bowl of sliced green onions on top of a gray surface with a linen napkin on the side. — *Photo courtesy of Spoons of Flavor.*

This Easy Egg Fried Rice is light, fluffy, and loaded with fresh, healthy vegetables. It literally takes only 15 minutes to prepare. This classic egg fried rice recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and tastes as good as takeout!

7. Shrimp fried rice cups

fried rice cups topped with shrimp on a long gray serving plate with soy sauce on the side and a white plate with another fried rice cup — *Photo by Asian Caucasian.*

Ditch the fork and make these perfectly portioned Shrimp Fried Rice Cups! Gluten-free and full of flavor, these rice cups are a cinch to make. These easy and creative rice cups made in a muffin tin are sure to become a family fave. Pop any leftovers in the freezer, and reheat for a great grab-and-go snack!

8. Easy tom yum fried rice

Tom Yum Fried Rice on a round white plate with a woman's hand with a spoon with red chili peppers and a small bowl of chopped green onions, on top of a gray surface. — *Photo courtesy of My Plantiful Cooking.*

This delicious Tom Yum Fried Rice, made with tom yum paste, is packed with flavor and a fiery heat. This version is incredibly simple to make and is ready in just 15 minutes!

9. Chinese Prawn Fried Rice

Chinese Prawn Fried Rice topped with cilantro leaves in a round black bowl on top of a wooden board with a copper spoon on the side, and a side of sauce and toppings and a linen napkin in small bowls on top of a gray surface. — *Photo courtesy of Sugar Salt Magic.*

This Chinese Prawn Fried Rice can be on the table in 20 minutes, and is just like your favorite Chinese takeaway! Filled with egg, peas and bean sprouts, this prawn rice recipe is easy, tasty, and great on it’s own or as a side.

10. Cauliflower kimchi fried rice

Cauliflower Kimchi Fried Rice in a white bowl with wooden chopsticks and a blue and white napkin on the side. — *Photo by Asian Caucasian.*

The unique kimchi flavoring gives this Cauliflower Kimchi Fried Rice a nice zest, and the addition of pancetta elevates the flavors even more! Serve this healthy dish as a side, or as an entree. It's so yummy!

Is cauliflower rice good for you?

Cauliflower rice is an excellent source of calcium. Your bones and teeth are mostly made out of calcium, and it's also important for regulating your muscles and heartbeat. Eating enough calcium is important for maintaining bone health and preventing osteoporosis.

11. Tofu Vegetable Fried Rice

Tofu vegetable fried rice in a round white bowl on top of a round wooden board with brown chopsticks, sauce, and lime wedges on the side, on top of a gray surface. — *Photo courtesy of The All Natural Vegan.*

This oil-free, Tofu Vegetable Fried Rice recipe is the perfect weeknight meal that's loaded with healthy ingredients, and is so easy to make. This vegan fried rice recipe is also perfect for healthy meal prepping, and is freezer friendly!

12. Pork Belly Fried Rice

Pork belly fried rice on a two round white plates with forks, on top of a bamboo mat. — *Photo courtesy of Redwood Kitchen.*

This Japanese-style Pork Belly Fried Rice is a simple dish using whatever vegetables you have on hand. It's a delicious, one-pan fried rice recipe that comes together so quickly!

14. Teriyaki Chicken Egg Fried Rice

Teriyaki chicken and egg fried rice with vegetables in a large skillet topped with chopsticks on top of a white wooden board with topping in small bowls on the side. — *Photo courtesy of Ramona's Cuisine.*

Tender pieces of teriyaki-marinated chicken breast with cooked-to-perfection egg fried rice and lots of fresh veggies are in this easy Teriyaki Chicken Egg Fried Rice with Vegetables recipe. This delicious family meal is so perfect for lunch or dinner!

14. Air Fryer Veggie Fried Rice

Air fryer veggie fried rice in a round white bowl with a fork, and a spoon on top of a blue napkin on the side, on a gray surface. — *Photo courtesy of Cooking School Dropout.*

Is it possible to make fried rice in an air fryer? YES! You can prepare this Air Fryer Veggie Fried Rice in your air fryer in a fraction of the time, and with less mess! This easy fried rice recipe will win you over because it’s faster and healthier than ordering takeout!

15. Vegetarian indonesian fried rice (nasi goreng)

A hand with spoonful of Indonesian fried rice (nasi goreng) above a round gray bowl of fried rice topped with a runny egg and a side of sliced tomatoes and cucunmber, on a gray surface. — *Photo courtesy of Six Hungry Feet.*

This Vegetarian Indonesian Fried Rice (known as Nasi Goreng) is quick and delicious. This spicy Indonesian dish is served with a runny egg on top, and some fresh and crunchy veggies on the side. You're going to love this!

16. Mushroom fried rice

A hand lifting a forkful of mushroom fried rice in a round white bowl with a small bowl of peas on the side on top of a white tile surface. — *Photo courtesy of Running on Real Food.*

This delicious and satisfying, Chinese-inspired Mushroom Fried Rice recipe is packed with flavor from the variety of mushrooms, fresh ginger and garlic, crispy veggies, and sesame seeds. It's an easy, vegan, one-pan dish with simple ingredients.

17. Instant pot fried rice with chicken

Instant Pot fried rice with chicken in a round white bowl with a pair of chopsticks on top, on top of a blue napkin, and an Instant Pot and another bowl of fried rice in the background. — *Photo courtesy of Retro Recipe Box.*

Instant Pot Fried Rice with Chicken is a fast and super easy, one-pot meal made in your time-saving Instant Pot. Pair it with your favorite Chinese-style veggies and soup, and you're ready to serve an awesome Chinese-style dinner!

18. Paneer fried rice

Paneer fried rice in a round black bowl with another bowl of fried rice and a small bowl of chopped green onions on the side on top of a dark gray surface. — *Photo courtesy of Green Bowl 2 Soul.*

Paneer Fried Rice is a quick and easy vegetarian, Indo-Chinese recipe. It's loaded with lots of vegetables and sautéed, cubed paneer. This easy dish is ready in less than 30 minutes, and is a great way to use leftover rice!

What is paneer made of?

Paneer is a non-melting cheese made from cow's milk or buffalo milk, either pasteurized or raw, and can be made from whole, skim, or reduced-fat milk. Paneer is usually cubed, marinated, then pan-fried in oil or grilled on a skewer. It also makes a great, soft filling for samosas or other wraps, with veggies, or just on its own.

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Comments

Frankie Goldman says

May 22, 2023 at 9:29 am

This is an amazing roundup! I’m always looking for more fried rice recipes. Thanks so much for all of the ideas!

- Asian Caucasian says
  
  May 22, 2023 at 9:30 am
  
  So happy that you now have so many fried rice recipes to choose from! Let me know which ones are your favorites!