Soy Sauce Fried Rice

Soy Sauce Fried Rice is a classic Chinese stir-fry dish made from cooked rice, soy sauce, and various ingredients like eggs, vegetables, and sometimes meat. It is a staple of home cooking and street food across China and many Asian countries, known for its savory, umami-rich flavor and quick preparation.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates from the rice, with moderate protein from eggs or added meat, and fat from the oil used for frying. A typical serving provides a good source of energy, along with some B vitamins and minerals like iron, and generally ranges from 350 to 500 calories per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	950 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.2 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.1 mg
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)	3 mg
Folate	60 mcg
Manganese	0.8 mg
Selenium	15 mcg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a prime example of 'waste-not' cooking, traditionally using leftover rice which has the ideal dry texture for frying. Nutritionally, it's a complete meal in a bowl, offering carbs, protein, and fats, though its sodium content can be high due to the soy sauce.