Hawaiian Fried Rice with Pork

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Hawaiian Fried Rice with Pork is a savory, one-pan dish that blends the classic Chinese-American fried rice technique with distinctly Hawaiian flavors. It typically features day-old rice stir-fried with diced pork (often char siu), eggs, onions, and green onions, all seasoned with soy sauce and a hint of sweetness. This beloved plate lunch staple reflects Hawaii's multicultural culinary heritage, particularly its strong Chinese and Japanese influences.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced but calorie-dense meal, offering a good mix of carbohydrates for energy, protein from the pork and eggs, and fats from the cooking oil. A typical serving provides a solid amount of iron and B vitamins, with a calorie ballpark of around 400-500 kcal per generous cup.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	920 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Niacin (B3)	5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Selenium	22 mcg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Zinc	2.5 mg
Potassium	310 mg
Manganese	1.1 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

What makes this dish culturally unique is its role as a cornerstone of Hawaii's 'plate lunch' tradition, where it's often served alongside macaroni salad and a protein like teriyaki beef. Nutritionally, the use of day-old, chilled rice is key, as it has a lower glycemic index than freshly cooked rice, making it slightly better for blood sugar management.