Almond Free Pork Fried Rice

Total time35 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time20 min

4.8

(30)

Fried rice is one of those weeknight heroes that feels indulgent but comes together fast, and this version delivers serious wok-charred flavor with ground pork, sweet carrots, fluffy scrambled eggs, and tender peas. Coconut aminos stand in for traditional soy sauce, giving you that savory, slightly sweet depth without any wheat or soy — and absolutely no tree nuts anywhere in the ingredient list, so you can cook with confidence. The trick to getting that satisfying golden crust on the rice is starting with cold, day-old jasmine rice and pressing it against a screaming-hot wok, which creates those lightly crispy grains that make takeout-style fried rice so irresistible. Ground pork browns quickly and stays juicy, breaking into small savory bits that tuck into every forkful alongside the vegetables. Scrambling the eggs directly in a well at the center of the wok keeps them soft and pillowy rather than rubbery, folding seamlessly into the dish. A handful of fresh cilantro on top adds a bright, herby finish that pulls everything together. This is the kind of meal that disappears fast, so you might want to make a double batch.

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Ingredients

4 servings

3 cups cooked jasmine rice, day-old and cold
1 lb ground pork
3 tbsp coconut aminos
2 tbsp coconut oil or avocado oil, divided
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 medium carrots, peeled and finely diced
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
½ tsp salt, plus more to taste

For serving

2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Break the cold cooked rice apart with your hands or a fork so there are no large clumps — loose, separate grains will fry evenly and develop better color.
2
Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a large wok or 12-inch skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula, for 5–6 minutes until no pink remains and the meat reaches 160°F (71°C) at the center. Transfer the cooked pork to a plate and set aside.

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