Stir-Fried Rice With Xo Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Cook the jasmine rice according to package instructions and set aside.
• STEP 2.Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
• STEP 3.Add minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
• STEP 4.Add diced chicken and shrimp, and cook until they are cooked through.
• STEP 5.Push the chicken and shrimp to one side of the wok and add beaten eggs to the other side.
• STEP 6.Scramble the eggs until they are cooked, then mix them with the chicken and shrimp.
• STEP 7.Add cooked rice to the wok and stir-fry for a few minutes until well combined.
• STEP 8.Pour XO sauce over the rice and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
• STEP 9.Add diced vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and peas, and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
• STEP 10.Season with soy sauce and salt to taste.
• STEP 11.Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use cold cooked rice for stir-frying to prevent it from becoming mushy.
• Feel free to customize the vegetables and protein according to your preference.
• XO sauce is a spicy seafood sauce, but you can adjust the amount according to your spice tolerance.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and shrimp and add tofu or more vegetables.
• You can make XO sauce from scratch or buy it from Asian grocery stores.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover stir-fried rice with XO sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the rice in a skillet or microwave until heated through before serving.
• Serve the stir-fried rice with XO sauce as a main course with additional side dishes or as a side dish with other Chinese dishes.
• Garnish with additional chopped green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil for extra flavor.