Low Sodium Cantonese Fried Rice

Satisfy your cravings for takeout favorites with this healthier spin on a classic: Low Sodium Cantonese Fried Rice. This quick and flavorful recipe features tender strips of stir-fried chicken, vibrant vegetables like carrots, peas, and red bell peppers, all tossed with fluffy day-old jasmine rice. Infused with the umami of low sodium soy sauce and the aromatic richness of garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, this dish delivers bold flavors without the excess sodium. Perfect for busy weeknights, it comes together in just 35 minutes and serves four. Enjoy it as a wholesome, one-pan meal that’s light yet filling, and don’t forget to garnish with fresh green onions for a final touch of Cantonese flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Day-old cooked jasmine rice
• 8 ounces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 cup Green peas
• 1 cup Carrots, diced
• 3 Green onions, sliced
• 2 Eggs, lightly beaten
• 0.5 Red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 teaspoon Fresh ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by slicing the chicken breast into thin strips.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken strips to the skillet and stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes, or until fully cooked and slightly golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil and sesame oil.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, stir-frying briefly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 6

Add the diced carrots and red bell pepper to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3 minutes, until they begin to soften.

Step 7

Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the lightly beaten eggs. Scramble the eggs until just set, then mix them with the vegetables.

Step 8

Add the day-old jasmine rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a spatula.

Step 9

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the green peas, sliced green onions, and low sodium soy sauce.

Step 10

Stir everything together to ensure the rice is evenly coated with soy sauce and all ingredients are well combined.

Step 11

Continue stir-frying for about 3 more minutes until everything is heated through.

Step 12

Season the fried rice with freshly ground black pepper and adjust to taste.

Step 13

Serve hot, garnish with additional sliced green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1402.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1975.1

Total Fat 61.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.0g
Cholesterol 564.8mg	0%
Sodium 1555.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 239.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 19.5g
Protein 114.8g	0%

Vitamin D 93.3IU	0%
Calcium 305.7mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 2154.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.9%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 48.8%