Last Updated on January 22, 2022 by Anne-Marie
Wondering what to serve with fried rice?
Here are some of the best recipes to serve with fried rice. These easy recipes are better than takeout from your favorite Chinese restaurant.
Chinese fried rice is a classic dish that everyone loves ordering at their favorite Chinese restaurant.
The classic fried rice recipe consists of white rice, green onions, diced carrots, peas, and fried egg.
I like adding seasonings like black pepper, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Some people like adding small pieces of diced meat or chicken.
It's a great way to use leftover rice. Some people “health it up” by using brown rice.
You can make it with cold rice or newly cooked hot rice and fresh veggies. Cook it up in a large skillet or large wok.
It's a great recipe to heat up and enjoy the next day, too.
What to serve with fried rice?
Enjoy your favorite fried rice recipe as a main course with these classic Asian-inspired side dishes.
35 of the Best Recipes to Serve with Fried Rice
Here are some of the best recipes to serve with fried rice. These easy recipes are better than takeout from your favorite Chinese restaurant.
Asian Style Gluten Free Meatballs Recipe
These Asian-style gluten-free meatballs are perfect for entertaining, especially when you’re tired of serving the usual party appetizers. This gluten-free meatball recipe is fun to make and will soon become one of your favorite recipes.
Gluten Free Asian Meatballs with Hoisin Sauce Recipe
Serve this gluten-free Asian meatball recipe as a main dish for dinner or party appetizer. Serve with rice noodles or mixed veggies.
Asian Watermelon Fruit Salad Recipe
Make this Asian Watermelon Fruit Salad Recipe if you love a good watermelon fruit salad with mint, but aren’t crazy about feta. Made with fish sauce, tamari sauce, and seasoned rice vinegar.
Homemade Hoisin Sauce (Gluten Free)
It's easy to make a batch of homemade hoisin sauce from common ingredients you have in your pantry! Use this basic recipe for spring rolls, stir-fries, and other Chinese food recipes.
Best Gluten Free General Tso Chicken Recipe
Make this easy gluten-free General Tso Chicken recipe for dinner. Tips on how to make air fryer General Tso chicken and keto General Tso chicken.
Easy Instant Pot Chicken Thighs Recipe with Honey Garlic Sauce
New to pressure cooking? This Instant Pot Chicken Thighs Recipe with Honey Garlic Sauce is the perfect recipe to try out! You'll love the Asian flavors of sesame seed oil, chili sauce, and soy sauce combined with honey and garlic.
Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
This crockpot teriyaki chicken recipe is so much better than takeout. It's the best way to make this classic Chinese cuisine recipe.
Instant Pot Orange Chicken Recipe
Try this Instant Pot Orange Chicken recipe if you’re looking for an easy one-pot dinner. Serve with leftover cooked rice or fried rice.
Slow Cooker Chicken Adobo Recipe
Make this slow cooker chicken adobo for dinner tonight! Crockpot chicken adobo is easy to make, wholesome, and delicious.
Oven Baked Honey Soy Chicken Thighs and Drumsticks
This baking sheet roasting method produces perfect honey soy chicken thighs and legs with flavourful, crispy skin and a sticky glaze. No marinade necessary!
Pork Wonton Soup
Pork Wonton Soup stuffed with pork, green onion, garlic, and ginger has been a family favorite for years and will hopefully be yours too. Serve with egg rolls and fried rice for a complete Chinese dinner without needing to order takeout.
The BEST Hunan Shrimp
These fiery Hunan shrimp are super quick and super tasty. Don't worry, you can always adjust the heat level, just the way you like it.
Classic Stir-Fry with Chicken and Bok Choy
This classic stir fry with chicken and bok choy is a customizable recipe perfect for any veggies or protein.
Sticky Chili Sweet Potatoes
Sticky Chili Sweet Potatoes are glazed with a dancing melody of savory and sweet, the delectable dish is always a winner! Easy to whip up and welcome at any table spread.
Sizzling Chinese Green Beans
These authentic Chinese Sizzling Green Beans are easy enough for even novice cooks to make. This recipe is also vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free so everyone at the table can enjoy them!
Tomato Egg Drop Soup
This Tomato Egg Drop Soup is ready in just 15 minutes. It is a great addition to a hassle-free meal.
Chinese Salt and Pepper Chicken Breast
his salt and pepper chicken is an explosion of flavors. You can serve it as is or serve it with your favorite side dish.
Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner with Veggies
This Salmon dinner is sweet, umami, and a little spicy. A perfect dish for the whole family when you're missing your Asian cuisine but want a healthier meal.
Best Vegan Tom Yum Soup
A bright, flavorful Thai hot & sour soup abundant with fresh veggies, tofu, lemongrass, spicy chiles, fresh lime & other healthy ingredients.
Keema Aloo Curry | Spicy Mutton Mince
Spicy Mutton Mince Curry is a tender mince curry with perfectly creamy potatoes making it thick and luscious, oodles of flavors from all the lovely spices.
Crock Pot Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe
Chinese Cashew Chicken
You won't need to spend money on take-out anymore! The best Chinese Cashew Chicken made right at home, gluten-free, and soy-free! A healthier recipe you can make for dinner with fresh vegetables like bell peppers and snow peas.
Spicy Pineapple Chicken Meal Prep
This spicy pineapple chicken is refreshing, sweet, and filling. A surprisingly yummy dish you can make in one pan and serve with white long grain rice, jasmine rice, or basmati rice.
Amazing Egg Roll Recipe
You'll love these delightfully crunchy egg rolls filled with meat and vegetables. The perfect addition to any meal or as a stand-alone meal your whole family will love.
Pork Stir Fry
This easy Pork Stir Fry whips up in no time. Loaded with fresh veggies and tender pork, it's a perfect weeknight dinner idea!
Slow Cooker Asian Shredded Pork
This shredded pork recipe is cooked in a slow cooker and infused with lots of delicious Asian-inspired flavors. Takes only 10 minutes to prepare!
Filipino Lumpia with a Garlic and Black Pepper Vinegar Sauce
As a delicious and crispy main meal, lumpia is filled with lots of vegetables and only a little meat. The black pepper, garlic, and vinegar lumpia sauce put this traditional Philipino dish over the top!
Chinese Broccoli Recipe with Garlic (Stir-Fried Gai Lan)
This delicious tender-crisp Chinese Broccoli Recipe (Stir-Fried Gai Lan) is made with simple ingredients including garlic and soy sauce. Ready in under 15 minutes, enjoy this flavorful vegetarian side dish with all your favorite chicken, beef, or pork recipes.
Sweet and Sour Pork
This sweet and sour pork is chunks of pork tenderloin that are breaded and fried, then tossed with pineapple and fresh vegetables in a homemade sauce.
Asian Beef Marinated Kabobs
One of my grilled favorites, Asian Beef Marinated Kabobs is succulent meat, seasonal veggies, and mouthwatering marinade skewered up to grilled perfection.
Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken
This Instant Pot teriyaki chicken is chicken thighs pressured cooked in a homemade sweet and savory teriyaki sauce.
Teriyaki Chicken on a Stick
Juicy Teriyaki Chicken on a Stick is a fun & easy recipe that everyone will love. The sweet & salty marinade makes every bite tasty.
Easy! Crispy Pan-Fried Sesame Tofu Recipe
This Crispy Pan-Fried Sesame Tofu Recipe is quick, easy, and delicious!
Gluten-Free Kung Pao Chicken
Delicious and easy, this Gluten-Free Kung Pao Chicken is a healthier version of the classic Chinese takeout you can make at home! A recipe that's paleo, top 8 allergy-free, and with all the flavors and spice you love!
Sheet Pan Moo Shu Vegetables
Moo Shu Vegetables is made healthier in this sheet pan version of the popular dish. This recipe is completely plant-based, so it’s perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone wanting to eat more veggies!