Jamie Oliver Fried Rice Recipe

One recipe that is extremely nostalgic to me and will always strike a chord in my heart and my belly is Jamie Oliver Fried Rice recipe. It is easy, tastes delicious, and is a flavourful way to use leftover rice.

Rice has always been a staple food in my household. So, whenever we were bored, our mother knew what our tummy wanted. There are so many fried rice styles on the internet, and I may try them all one day. But for now, one of my favourite fried rice recipes is from Jamie Oliver.

Jamie Oliver uses prawns in his fried rice, a good swap from our regular protein sources. He also uses simple pantry veggies that most of you have in your kitchen. This recipe is easily customizable, so feel free to toss in whatever you have on a fridge clearance day.

Even if you don’t want regular white rice daily, I know you won’t complain about this fried rice recipe. If this is your first time and you are worried about causing disasters in your kitchen, don’t be. I will provide all the tips and tricks you need to get the perfect texture and flavour. So, with all that out of the way, let’s get started on Jamie Oliver Fried Rice.

Homemade Jamie Oliver Prawns Fried Recipe

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Equipment Required

Pot: I use a pot to cook the rice.
Strainer: After the rice is cooked, I drain off excess water by using a strainer.
Frying Pan: A frying pan works best for fried recipes. Hence, I am using it.
Spatula: To give everything a nice stir, I use a spatula.
Small Bowls: I neatly arrange all the required ingredients in small bowls to keep the cooking process smooth.

Jamie Oliver Prawns Fried Rice Ingredients

Jamie Oliver Fried Rice Ingredients & Substitutions

Note: The ingredients in this recipe can serve up to 4 people. You can increase or decrease the quantities as required for more or fewer portions.

150 G Basmati Rice: I am using Basmati rice, but you can also use jasmine or medium-grained rice.
1 Rasher Smoked Streaky Bacon
4 Fresh Raw Prawns (Peeled)
¼ Pound Sausage
1 Large Egg
1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce: If you don’t have this, you can also use tamari or Worcestershire sauce.
1 Teaspoon Chili Jam
1 Teaspoon Tikka Paste
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil: I am using olive oil, but you can also use sesame oil to make Jamie Oliver Fried Rice.
½ Cup Spring Onion
½ Cup Broccoli
½ Cup White Cabbage
½ Cup Red Cabbage
1 Teaspoon Bok Choy
320 G Carrot
1 Clove Garlic
1 Small Ginger

Preparation And Cooking Time

Preparation Time	Cooking Time	Total Time
30 Minutes	30 Minutes	1 Hour

Serving Jamie Oliver Prawns Fried Recipe

How to Make Jamie Oliver Fried Rice At Home

Step 1

In a frying pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Pour beaten eggs into the pan and cook until the omelet is made.

Step 3

Take out the omelet and saute ginger and garlic in the same pan.

Step 4

Saute until fragrant and add prawns

Step 5

Add sausage to the pan and cook.

Step 6

Now, add finely sliced smokey bacon to the pan

Step 7

Cook everything until brown.

Step 8

Further, season the chicken wings with salt and black pepper.

Step 9

Next, add some shredded white and red cabbage.

Step 10

Gradually mix cooked rice into the pan containing the veggies and stir well.

Step 11

Pour in the curry tikka paste, a tablespoon of chili jam, and soy sauce.

Step 12

Give everything a good stir until everything is well coated.

Step 13

At last, layer prawns fried rice with the slices of egg omelet and serve.

Jamie Oliver Prawns Fried Recipe At Home

Step 14

Your Jamie Oliver Prawns Fried Rice is ready.

Expert Tips That I Recommend

I avoid adding too many seasonings and sauces to Jamie Oliver Fried Rice because I like to allow the natural flavours and aromatics to develop. However, you can experiment with oyster sauce to make it more flavorful.
When I cook Jamie Oliver’s Fried Rice, I like to do it at high heat. High heat allows even cooking and creates that beautiful, crispy texture, which is what fried rice should taste like.
If this is your first time cooking prawns, do not overcook them. Overcooking them will make them chewy, which will be unappetizing. So, cook them well until they turn slightly orangish in colour and curl into a “C” shape.
Add a limited quantity of rice while cooking because an overcrowded pan inhibits frying, affecting the dish’s overall texture.
Since this is a fried rice recipe, you won’t be shy about adding oil to the pan. This one-pan recipe calls for frying all the ingredients in the same pan. So add a generous amount of oil, or else your ingredients can burn, have no flavour, and, worst of all, remain uncooked.
If you do not have leftover rice and are using fresh rice, spread it out and let it cool. You can also let it sit in the refrigerator for half an hour so that all the moisture from the rice has dried off.
Add meat, ham or eggs to the fried rice if you enjoy meat.

FAQs About Jamie Oliver Fried Rice

Can you make Jamie Oliver Fried Rice with fresh rice?

Yes, you can make Jamie Oliver’s Fried Rice with fresh rice, but it is always recommended to use rice made beforehand. Fresh rice is sticky, which, in turn, gives you soggy fried rice. However, always let your fresh rice cool off entirely so it is not sticky before frying it. Also, remember that fresh rice will take longer to fry to reach the desired consistency.

What kind of rice should you avoid while making Jamie Oliver Fried Rice?

Short-grain rice is a big no-no when making Jamie Oliver’s Fried Rice. Sushi rice and other glutinous rice are also highly unsuitable. Since they are sticky, they will clump together, resulting in soggy fried rice, which ruins the texture.

What happens if you add rice to the pan before adding the veggies or prawns?

You should never add rice to the pan beforehand. Cooking the veggies and prawns will take some time, so cook them first. Also, they can leave off some moisture, eventually evaporating during the frying process. However, if you add rice beforehand, it will absorb this moisture, making it soggy. The rice can also burn while the rest of the ingredients are cooking, so rice should always be added last to the pan.

Can you save overcooked and mushy fried rice?

Although the chances of saving overcooked and mushy rice are slim, you can try. First, add some oil to a pan. It is best to use oil rather than butter. Then, heat the pan at high heat and add the rice. Please give it a gentle stir until it starts getting crisp and brown. Another way is to spread it on a baking tray and let it heat for 5 minutes in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F.

How can you determine that your Jamie Oliver Fried Rice is ready?

You will know your Jamie Oliver Fried Rice is ready when you see individual rice grains separating. The final rice will turn brown in colour, and when you stir the pan, you will see the rice jump rather than clump together. Also, it will not look mushy or sticky, which resembles how a well-done Jamie Oliver Fried Rice should look.

Nutritional Serving Per Recipe

Like every other scrumptious food, Jamie Oliver Fried Rice is also unhealthy. It is high in calories, so it should be consumed in moderation. To get a more profound idea, have a look at the nutritional chart below:

Calories	320 kcal
Carbohydrates	41 g
Protein	10 g
Fat	13 g
Saturated Fat	3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	2 g
Monounsaturated Fat	6 g
Trans Fat	0.1 g
Sodium	1.5 mg
Cholesterol	61 mg
Potassium	511 mg
Vitamin	13826 IU
Vitamin C	27 mg
Calcium	72 mg
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	5 g
Iron	2 mg

On the other hand, one of the good things about this recipe is that it is entirely soy, nut, and dairy-free. Hence, people following those diets can have it without any restriction. However, people following vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free diets must make specific changes first.

Recipe Variations For Different Diets

Gluten-Free Diet: Although this recipe is gluten-free, I like to double-check the soy sauce I am using since some companies use gluten-containing soy sauce.

Storing & Reheating This Recipe

Storing

Countertop: After my Jamie Oliver Fried Rice is ready, I do not like leaving it on the countertop for over half an hour. Fried rice tastes best when it is hot, and the chances of contamination increase beyond this.
Refrigeration: I like to refrigerate my leftover Jamie Oliver Fried Rice for 3-4 days. But before doing that, I ensure that it is packed in an airtight container to prevent the rice from coming in contact with air.
Freezing: To store Jamie Oliver Fried Rice beyond 3-4 days, I like to freeze it. I transfer the leftovers to a freezer-friendly bag, which keeps them fresh for about a month.

Reheating

Skillet: Reheating Jamie Oliver’s Fried Rice in the skillet is the easiest. I add oil or butter to the skillet and let it heat up at medium heat. Then, I stir-fry the leftover rice until it is warm enough.
Microwave: You can use a microwave to reheat smaller portions of Jamie Oliver’s Fried Rice. Transfer the leftovers to a microwave-friendly dish, cover it with foil, and heat it at medium heat for 20-30 seconds. Give it a nice stir, and follow it up with 10-second increments if needed to warm it up even more.
Oven: If you have made Jamie Oliver Fried Rice for a crowd, you can reheat it in one go by using an oven. Put the leftovers in a baking dish and cover it with aluminium foil. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and bake the dish for 15-20 minutes. Stir it in between, and add a dash of water if necessary to prevent it from drying out.

What To Serve With This Recipe

After my Jamie Oliver Fried Rice is ready, I like to serve it with Chipotle Chicken on the side. You can also have it with Chicken Thighs or hot, Spicy Wings. If you are a fan of Chinese cuisine, then you can also enjoy it with dumplings or a spring roll.

To complement it with something liquidy, you can also have it with a nourishing Soup. To keep things simple but add a little bit more protein, you can also have it with store-fried tempeh or tofu.