This collection of Blackstone Fried Rice Recipes gathers every fried rice recipe from OWYD into one convenient place. Find tested recipes, practical tips, and the best tools and accessories that make fried rice simple and delicious on a Blackstone griddle.
Blackstone Fried Rice Recipe Collection
Restaurant-style fried rice is one of the most popular dishes to prepare on a Blackstone griddle, and for good reason. The griddle’s large, flat, steel surface reaches and holds the high heat needed to get the toasted, slightly caramelized rice you expect from takeout—results that are difficult to reproduce on a home stovetop without a wok and commercial burner.
Why is a Blackstone Griddle perfect for making fried rice?
Fried rice depends on consistent, high heat to quickly sear the rice and ingredients while keeping vegetables crisp and meats tender. Electric stovetops struggle to maintain the necessary temperature, and even gas burners often require very small batches to avoid cooling the pan. A Blackstone griddle’s cold-rolled steel surface heats evenly, stays hot, and gives you a controlled cooking plane that mimics wok power, making it ideal for restaurant-quality fried rice at home.
While you can attempt fried rice in cast iron or on a wok at home, the Blackstone makes the process faster, more forgiving, and more consistent—especially when cooking for a family or a crowd.
Basic Fried Rice Ingredients
Fried rice is highly adaptable, but the core ingredients remain constant. That versatility makes it a perfect weeknight meal: use the basics as a foundation, then personalize with your favorite proteins, vegetables, and seasonings.
Because the dish cooks quickly on high heat, plan and prep your ingredients ahead so everything can be added at the right time and temperature.
Choose your own adventure with:
- Cooked, chilled white rice
Use day-old rice or rice that has been cooled in the refrigerator. Jasmine and Basmati are favorites, but other varieties work too. Chilled rice gives better texture and prevents clumping. - Vegetables
Frozen peas and diced carrots are classic and convenient, but snap peas, bean sprouts, broccoli, bok choy, onions, zucchini, or any stir-fry vegetable are excellent options. Fried rice is also a great way to use leftover produce. - Meat (optional)
Chicken, pork, beef, shrimp, or smoked/pulled proteins all work well. Meat is optional but turns fried rice into a more substantial main course. - Seasonings
Salt, pepper, soy sauce, and sesame oil form the basic seasoning trio. For more depth, try togarashi, furikake, or other rice seasonings sparingly to complement—rather than overwhelm—the dish.
Fried Rice Tools
Tips for perfect fried rice
With a bit of planning, fried rice is one of the quickest, most satisfying meals to make on a Blackstone griddle. Follow these tips to get consistently great results.
- Chill the rice
Use cold, day-old rice whenever possible. Cooling the rice firms the grains and helps prevent mushy, sticky results. - Prep everything first
This is a high-heat, fast-moving dish. Have all vegetables, proteins, sauces, and tools laid out so you can add ingredients in quick succession without pausing. - Use enough oil
Fried rice needs oil to develop the right texture and to prevent sticking. Don’t be shy—use a healthy amount to coat the griddle surface. - Stagger cooking times
Add ingredients based on how long they take to cook. Sear proteins first, cook firmer vegetables longer, and add delicate items at the end. If you’re cooking a small batch, turning off one side of the griddle creates a cooler zone to hold finished items.
Fried Rice Recipes
Below are the fried rice recipes from this collection. Each entry includes a brief description so you can choose the style that fits your mood and ingredients on hand.
Kimchi Fried Rice
Kimchi fried rice mixes spicy, tangy kimchi with chilled rice for bold, bright flavors. It’s a fast, satisfying meal that’s great for using leftover rice and adds a punchy Korean twist to your rotation.
Get the recipe: Kimchi Fried Rice
Smoked Pulled Pork Fried Rice
Smoked pulled pork brings rich, smoky flavor to fried rice, creating a comforting, hearty dish. It’s an excellent way to use leftover barbecue in a new and delicious form.
Get the recipe: Smoked Pulled Pork Fried Rice
Beef Fried Rice
Sear thin slices of beef on the griddle, then toss with rice and vegetables for a savory, satisfying meal. The Blackstone adds a wonderful caramelized texture to the meat and rice.
Get the recipe: Blackstone Griddle Beef Fried Rice
Chicken Fried Rice Recipe
A reliable, family-friendly dish: seasoned chicken, chilled rice, and vegetables cooked quickly on the griddle for a flavorful one-pan meal.
Get the recipe: Blackstone Chicken Fried Rice Recipe
Mexican Fried Rice
This variation blends Mexican flavors with classic fried rice ingredients for a bold, colorful dish. It can be a complete meal on its own when loaded with protein and vegetables.
Get the recipe: Blackstone Mexican Fried Rice
Duck Fried Rice
For a more luxurious take, tender duck breast adds depth and richness to fried rice. This recipe is perfect when you want something special without complicated prep.
Get the recipe: Blackstone Duck Fried Rice
Blackstone Ham & Pineapple Fried Rice
Sweet pineapple and savory ham pair beautifully in this easy fried rice. It’s quick to prepare and offers a bright, tropical twist on the classic.
Get the recipe: Blackstone Ham & Pineapple Fried Rice
Shrimp Fried Rice
Hibachi-style shrimp fried rice is a crowd-pleaser: quick-cooking shrimp, crisp vegetables, and smoky griddle flavor combine for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Get the recipe: Shrimp Fried Rice
Hibachi-Style Griddle Pork Fried Rice
This hibachi-style pork fried rice delivers bright flavors and satisfying textures. Use Chinese BBQ pork for extra depth, or any diced pork you prefer.
Get the recipe: Hibachi-Style Griddle Pork Fried Rice