12 Most-Loved Chinese Rice Recipes

Discover easy Chinese rice recipes, from fried rice to congee and one pot meals. Simple, versatile, and perfect for quick, satisfying everyday cooking.

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Rice is the foundation of many Chinese meals. It is often served plain alongside a variety of dishes, but it can also take the lead as a complete meal on its own. Across different regions and home kitchens, rice is combined with meat, seafood, eggs, tofu or vegetables to create satisfying one bowl dishes that are both practical and deeply rooted in everyday cooking.

In this collection, you will find a range of well loved rice recipes, from quick fried rice to comforting congee and simple one pot meals where everything cooks together. These dishes are flexible, easy to adapt, and make good use of ingredients you already have. They are ideal for busy days when you want something warm, balanced, and straightforward to prepare.

two plateful of hainanese chicken rice with seasonings on the side

One-pot Hainanese Chicken Rice

💬 “Amazing flavour and so quick and easy to cook!”

Steamed rice, sliced chicken, cucumber and sauce

4.98 from 178 votes

One-pot Hainanese chicken rice

An easy version of the classic Hainanese chicken rice, this one-pot recipe is very simple to make. You can cook it in a regular pot, an instant pot or a rice cooker.

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Chinese sausage rice with carrots and mushroom in a saucepan.

Chinese Sausage Rice (腊肠饭)

💬 “WOW! Wonderfully fragrant and a lovely blend of flavours.”

4.96 from 47 votes

Chinese Sausage Rice (腊肠饭)

Learn a simple way to cook Chinese sausage rice, a delicious all-in-one dish ready in 25 minutes. No clay pot or rice cooker needed.

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Egg Fried Rice (蛋炒饭)

💬 “It was a great tutorial and a great recipe!!💯”

Chinese fried rice with egg and scallions.

4.99 from 260 votes

Egg Fried Rice (蛋炒饭), A Traditional Recipe

Light, fluffy and tasty, Chinese egg fried rice is an easy stir fry that anyone can make. The key to success: use chilled cooked rice that's not overly sticky; stir fry over high heat for a short period of time.

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Chinese sticky rice with sausage, mushroom and peanuts.

Chinese Sticky Rice (Lo Mai Fan/糯米饭)

💬 “Excellent and easy to make.”

5 from 9 votes

Chinese Sticky Rice (Lo Mai Fan/糯米饭)

This stir-fried Chinese sticky rice produces the perfect texture and is bursting with aroma, making for a wonderful one-pan meal.

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Yangzhou fried rice in a bowl and in a wok.

Yangzhou Fried Rice (扬州炒饭)

💬 “Thanks so much for a great recipe that is easy to follow, nutritious and delicious. It is also very adaptable.”

5 from 24 votes

Yangzhou Fried Rice (扬州炒饭)

An easy version of Yangzhou fried rice, a classic stir-fry dish combining a wide range of flavors and textures. Make it in under 15 minutes!

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three bowls of plain congee with different toppings

Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge, 粥)

💬 “Easy to follow instructions. Comes out great. Very authentic.”

a bowl of plain congee with toppings like fried dough, preserved mustard stem and pork floss

5 from 54 votes

Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge, 粥)

A recipe for basic congee which includes the ideal rice-to-water ratio, two cooking methods, topping ideas and make-ahead tips.

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stick rice, chicken, sausage and mushrooms over a lotus leaf.

Lo Mai Gai (Dim Sum Sticky Rice Chicken)

💬 “Came out really good. Seasoning was spot on. Really enjoyed it!”

5 from 10 votes

Lo Mai Gai (Dim Sum Sticky Rice Chicken)

Flavorful, gooey rice with tender chicken wrapped in aromatic leaves, Lo Mai Gai is a classic dim sum dish loved by many. Learn to make it at home!

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Pork Fried Rice (猪肉炒饭)

💬 “Great recipe. Even the picky eaters in my family enjoy this dish! Thank you.”

5 from 106 votes

Pork Fried Rice (猪肉炒饭)

Delicious pork fried rice made in less than 20 minutes. Enjoy the mix of fluffy rice, tender pork and crunchy veggies coated with umami-filled seasoning.

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One Fan Tuan cut open showing the fillings

Fan Tuan (Stuffed Sticky Rice Roll, 饭团)

💬 “This tastes just like what I had in China. So good!”

5 from 22 votes

Fan Tuan (Stuffed Sticky Rice Roll, 饭团)

A comforting and delicious Chinese breakfast dish, Fan Tuan consists of soft sticky rice, crispy doughnut stick, aromatic meat floss and preserved vegetable.

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Chicken Fried Rice (鸡肉炒饭)

💬 “I made it a few weeks ago and my family said it was just as good as the takeout version (I think it was better)! ”

5 from 3 votes

Chicken Fried Rice (鸡肉炒饭)

Making your takeout favorite at home is easy! This chicken fried rice recipe includes many tips to help you achieve the best result.

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two bowls of congee with chicken & mushroom

Chicken & Mushroom Congee

💬 “The congee was delicious! I’ve never made it before because of the time commitment the standard recipe requires. I’ll be making this every week now.”