Crispier air fryer fried rice Here’s my new quick and dirty dinner coming together soon! The best part? All ingredients come from the frozen department 🍁 and the sauce is very simple but still packs a lot of flavor.
Golden, crispy rice, tender vegetables, fluffy eggs, and savory, slightly sweet sauce are all made in an air fryer. Yes, it works. And yes, it’s delicious.
Air fryers are known to create a crispy texture while using less oil thanks to the circulating hot air (Business Insider). I’m applying that magic to one of my favorite takeout-inspired meals.
Why I Love This Recipe
- Crispy texture without frying (Hello, Crunchy Rice Edge 😍)
- Ready in less than 30 minutes
- Perfect for busy weeknights
- Customizable with whatever ingredients you have in your fridge
- One “fan” situation = easy cleanup
main ingredients
This recipe is all about simple ingredients that come together in the best way.
- frozen rice: Yes, frozen rice goes straight into the air fryer!
- frozen mixed vegetables: No need to chop 🙌.
- egg: For a classic fried rice atmosphere.
- Garlic + Onion: Flavor booster.
- i am a willow tree: Good salty and savory taste.
- sesame oil: Adds the taste of signature fried rice.
- selective protein: I went with shrimp, but I think chicken, beef, or tofu would be delicious too!
Top tips for the crispiest fried rice
- Use frozen or cold rice: Fresh rice = mashed rice.
- Don’t overcrowd: If necessary, cook all at once.
- Please shake it occasionally.: Ensures uniform crispiness.
- Add eggs later: Maintains chewy texture without overcooking.
change in taste
- acrid: Please add sriracha sauce or chili garlic sauce.
- Sweet + salty: Mix a little honey.
- full of protein: Add cooked chicken, shrimp, and tofu and mix.
- low carb: Try replacing rice with cauliflower rice. (This will shorten the cooking time!)
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
FAQ
Can you really make fried rice in an air fryer?
yes Although it’s not traditional, the circulating heat makes the rice crispy and everything cooks evenly without the need for a wok.
Do I need a fan in my air fryer?
Highly recommended. Rice may be flying around in some baskets.
What rice is best to use?
Jasmine or long-grain white rice are best for a classic texture.
conclusion
If you love take-out style fried rice but want something a little easier and lighter, this crispy air fryer version will be a big help. It’s fast, flexible, and delivers crispy, crunchy bits without having to stand over the stove.
In the air fryer bowl, mix rice, mixed vegetables, sesame oil, 1 tablespoon avocado oil, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Make sure there are no holes in the air fryer. If so, line the air fryer with parchment paper. Toss the ingredients together until all are coated with oil. Turn your air fryer on to maximum crispiness or 450°F. Cook for 7 minutes.
Toss shrimp with ½ tablespoon avocado oil and a pinch of salt. Add shrimp on top of fried rice and boil for 5 more minutes.
After 5 minutes, when the shrimp are cooked to a certain degree, add eggs, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and remaining salt. Toss and cook for another 7-9 minutes or until shrimp and eggs are cooked through. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to toss in the rice last to cook the eggs. The goal is to eat chunks of crunchy rice, cooked shrimp, and cooked eggs.
Top with green onions, sesame seeds and optional chili crunch for seasoning.
- I have the Ninja Air Fryer XL with Max Crisp. You can use any air fryer. Make sure there are no holes in the air fryer. Otherwise, the rice and eggs may leak out. Line the basket with parchment paper.
- Cooking time may vary depending on the air fryer.
- If you don’t have frozen rice, you can use cold rice. It is not recommended to use warm rice. If you use warm rice, the fried rice will be dry.
calorie: 729 calorie, carbohydrate: 116 g, protein: 32 g, province: 14 g, fiber: 6 g, sugar: 1 g
Nutritional information is automatically calculated and should only be used as estimates.
Photographer: wooden frying pan
