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Zhurou Chaofan (猪肉炒饭)

China

Zhurou Chaofan

A quick and flavorful fried rice with pork, ready in minutes. The combination of tender meat, crunchy vegetables, and a savory sauce makes the dish rich and tasty.

Ingredients

Steps

  1. In a small bowl, combine oyster sauce, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce and ground white pepper. Set aside.

  2. Zhurou Chaofan step 2

    Heat a well‑heated wok over high heat until it smokes. Add 1 tablespoon of neutral cooking oil, spreading it over the walls.

  3. Zhurou Chaofan step 3

    Pour in the beaten eggs. When they begin to set at the bottom, stir so the liquid runs, and quickly scramble into small pieces. Transfer the eggs to a separate dish.

  4. Zhurou Chaofan step 4

    Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the wok, then the ground pork. Spread it on the surface, let the bottom brown slightly, then flip and fry until cooked through.

  5. Zhurou Chaofan step 5

    When the pork turns pale, add the onion, garlic and ginger. Stir‑fry until the onion becomes translucent.

  6. Zhurou Chaofan step 6

    Add peas and carrot, stir‑fry quickly for about 30 seconds. Then add the rice and the returned eggs, stir‑fry another 30‑40 seconds, constantly stirring.

  7. Zhurou Chaofan step 7

    Pour in the prepared sauce mixture, toss thoroughly so all ingredients are coated. Remove from heat, sprinkle with green onion and serve.