Pork fried rice

Pork fried rice is a beloved staple of Chinese cuisine, particularly popular in Cantonese cooking, where day-old rice is stir-fried with diced pork, eggs, vegetables like peas and carrots, and seasonings such as soy sauce and sesame oil. It's a classic comfort food and a practical way to transform leftover rice into a flavorful, satisfying meal.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced source of carbohydrates from the rice, protein from the pork and eggs, and fats from the cooking oil. A typical serving provides a good mix of energy and nutrients, with a calorie range of approximately 500-700 per generous portion, depending on the amount of oil and meat used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	340 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	780 mg
Potassium	280 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Vitamin A	45 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	4 mg
Calcium	40 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Magnesium	35 mg
Zinc	1.8 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, pork fried rice is a quintessential example of 'wok hei'—the prized, smoky aroma imparted by a well-seasoned wok over high heat. Nutritionally, using cooled, day-old rice is key, as it has a lower glycemic index than freshly cooked rice, making it less likely to cause a rapid spike in blood sugar.