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BBQ Chicken Fried Rice

Cultural Context

BBQ Chicken Fried Rice is a fusion dish that combines the flavors of American barbecue with the classic stir-fried rice popular in Asian cuisine. Originating in the U.S., it reflects the creativity of home cooks who blend culinary traditions. This dish is a delicious way to use leftover BBQ chicken and has become a favorite for quick weeknight meals. Variations abound, with some adding different vegetables or proteins, making it a versatile and satisfying option for many.

AmericanUSmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
500 grams chicken (Thai portion)
3-4 teaspoons garam masala powder
1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon black pepper powder
1 teaspoon re-ground cumin powder
2 teaspoons tikka masala
1/2 cup thick curd
juice of 1/2 lemon
food color
2 teaspoons ginger garlic paste
2-3 tablespoons butter
oil (for frying)
1.5 cups rice
1/2 cup finely chopped capsicum
1/2 cup finely chopped carrots
1/2 cup finely chopped cabbage
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 teaspoon black pepper powder
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons tomato sauce (ketchup)
1 tablespoon garlic chili sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 tablespoon red chili sauce
spring onions (for garnish)

BBQ sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade BBQ sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup + vinegar

Homemade BBQ sauce can reduce sugar and additives.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is plant-based and lower in calories.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium options reduce sodium intake.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

1

Marinate chicken with spices, salt, and half a cup of thick curd for 1-2 hours.

2

Heat 2-3 tablespoons of butter and some oil in a fry pan.

3

Add marinated chicken and cook on high flame for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently.

4

Reduce flame to low, cover, and cook until chicken is done, about 5 minutes.

5

Prepare coal for smoking by heating it in a steel vessel and adding ghee, then cover the chicken to infuse smoky flavor for 3-4 minutes.

6

Make mayonnaise dip by mixing 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon garlic chili sauce, a pinch of black pepper, and 3/4 tablespoon red chili sauce.

7

In a separate fry pan, heat oil and sauté 1 tablespoon garlic for 1 minute.

8

Add 1/2 cup each of capsicum, carrots, and cabbage, along with a pinch of salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce; fry for 30-50 seconds.

9

Boil 1.5 cups of rice with salt, oil, and lemon juice, then strain and cool.

10

Assemble the dish by layering rice, sautéed vegetables, and chicken in a serving dish.

11

Drizzle mayonnaise over the top and garnish with chopped spring onions.

Cooking Techniques

stir-frying

Equipment Needed

fry panbowlsteel vesselcasserole

Spice Level:

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Allergens

egg

Also Known As

Barbecue Chicken Fried Rice

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