Goose Egg Fried Rice

Goose Egg Fried Rice is a hearty, savory dish where fluffy rice is stir-fried with a large, rich goose egg and often includes aromatics like scallions, garlic, and sometimes diced vegetables or cooked meat. Originating from home-style Chinese cooking, it's a popular way to use up leftover rice and showcases the robust flavor of goose eggs, which are larger and more flavorful than chicken eggs.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the rice, with a significant boost in protein and healthy fats from the goose egg. A typical serving provides a good amount of B vitamins, selenium, and choline, with a rough calorie estimate of 400-500 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	780 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Choline	180 mg
Vitamin B12	2.5 mcg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.4 mg
Potassium	280 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Vitamin D	1.5 mcg

Per 1.5 cups (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Goose eggs are nutritionally denser than chicken eggs, containing more fat, protein, and vitamins per gram, which gives the fried rice a richer, more luxurious texture and flavor. In some Chinese culinary traditions, goose eggs are considered a seasonal delicacy, often associated with spring.