The Best Blackstone Fried Rice (Easy Griddle Recipe) (2024)

This Blackstone fried rice is one of my favorite griddle recipes, and it’s so easy to make! Start with cooked and cooled white rice, add in a few pantry ingredients and your choice of vegetables, and you’ve got an easy griddle fried rice recipe that the whole family will love!

Fried rice has got to be one of the most popular griddle recipes to make on a Blackstone griddle or other flat top grill. Probably because so many people buy a griddle to be able to make hibachi chicken at home, instead of having to go out to their favorite Japanese restaurant and drop a hundred bucks.

And of course, you can’t have hibachi chicken teriyaki without the fried rice. And the yum yum sauce.

But whether you serve this Blackstone fried rice as a side dish with your favorite teriyaki chicken or you add some cooked proteins in to make it a full meal, you’ll love being able to make restaurant quality fried rice on the griddle at home!

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Why the Blackstone Griddle is Perfect for Making Fried Rice

If you’re familiar with griddle cooking, then you know that one of the benefits to owning a griddle is being able to cook a large amount of food at one time. That’s why the Blackstone griddle is perfect for meal prep, tailgating, or feeding a large family without having to dirty up 4 different pans.

And the same goes for fried rice… The large surface area of the griddle allows you plenty of space to cook a large amount of fried rice and all of the vegetables that you want to add in.

And by using your hot and cool zones, you can also move the rice around the griddle depending on what temperature that you need. Want to keep your rice warm while the rest of your hibachi chicken dinner cooks? Just move it to the cooler side of your griddle. Like the little crispy bits of fried rice that you get at Japanese steakhouses? Move the rice to the hotter area on the griddle so that it can get crispier.

A large griddle top also allows you to sauté vegetables and cook scrambled eggs at the same time as your rice is cooking. Then, you can toss everything together and add your soy sauce and seasonings, all while saving you from having to wash a bunch of different skillets or pans.

Blackstone Fried Rice Ingredients

Here are the ingredients that I used to make my Blackstone fried rice, perfect for preparing with your griddle chicken hibachi:

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The Rice

You pretty much have two choices when deciding what type of rice to use for fried rice on the griddle: long grain white rice and Jasmine rice. But I personally use Jasmine rice for all of my fried rice dishes, because I think that it’s more flavorful than other white rice varieties.

Just be sure to buy regular uncooked rice… I find that the microwavable bags of rice tend to breakdown a bit on the griddle when you use them for fried rice.

And you’ll want to use COOKED and COOLED rice for making fried rice, so be sure to prepare your rice ahead of time.

The Seasonings and Sauces

If you want to make a Japanese style fried rice to go with your hibachi dinner, then you can add soy sauce, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. And don’t forget about a hefty portion of butter. The butter gives your fried rice a rich flavor and it helps the rice to get crispier on the griddle.

The Add-ins

What you add to your Blackstone fried rice is completely up to you… That’s the great thing about this recipe! Have extra peas or steamed broccoli from last night’s dinner? Add it to your fried rice! Need to get rid of some baby carrots in the fridge? You can dice them up for your griddle fried rice also.

Here are some common ingredients that you can add to your fried rice to make it more of a meal:

  • peas and carrots – I like to use the frozen bag blend of peas and diced carrots because it’s inexpensive and there’s no prep work involved. You could also use matchstick carrots.
  • diced onion
  • scrambled egg
  • broccoli
  • sesame seeds
  • sliced green onion – I like adding some green onions to my fried rice for a colorful garnish and an extra punch of flavor.
  • diced cooked proteins – Adding some meat like diced chicken, pork, or steak to your fried rice makes it more filling.

My Favorite Tool for Cooking Rice

To actually cook the white rice initially (before you “fry” it in butter on the griddle), you can just follow package instructions.

But I always cook rice in my favorite rice cooker, because it’s pretty much foolproof – You just add 2 cups of uncooked rice, the correct amount of water (according to package instructions), and press the “cook” button and the rice cooker does all of the work for you. Perfect rice every time!

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For about $20, a good rice cooker like mine is a must-have small kitchen appliance! And BONUS – You can also use it to keep appetizer dips warm, similar to a small CrockPot.

How to Cook Fried Rice on the Blackstone Griddle

Here’s how to make this easy Blackstone fried rice recipe on your griddle:

Step 1: Cook the white rice a day early and refrigerate.

The key to making the best fried rice for your hibachi dinner is preparation and time. And that actually starts the day before you’re going to be making this Blackstone fried rice recipe.

So many people complain that their rice sticks together when it’s cooking or it gets too mushy on the griddle. That’s because the starches in the rice haven’t had a chance to “calm down” before cooking them again… Remember, fried rice is cooked twice – once to cook the rice and again to “fry” the cooked rice in butter or oil.

So you’ll need to make sure that your cooked rice is completely cooled before adding it to the griddle for fried rice. And I find it best to let it cool overnight in the refrigerator.

But before you start, you’ll need to rinse your rice to get rid of some of the starches. Simply add the rice to a mesh colander and rinse it in the sink with cold water.

Then, you can prepare the rice according to package instructions (or use the rice cooker that I mentioned above). When the rice is done cooking, spread it out into a thin layer on a large baking sheet and fluff it up with a fork or spatula like this:

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Then, just slide the baking sheet into the refrigerator overnight and you’ll be ready to make the best Blackstone fried rice the next day.

*NOTE – Two cups of uncooked rice should give you about 6 cups of cooked rice.

Step 2: Cook the vegetables on the Blackstone griddle.

After your rice has fully cooled, you’re ready to start making this easy fried rice recipe. Preheat your griddle on low, and let it get to about 375-425 degrees F.

Then, add a bit of avocado oil (or your favorite cooking oil) to the surface and spread it around a bit with your spatula. Add the diced onions, peas, and carrots and begin sautéing them on the oiled surface. I like to cook the onions separately, because they take a bit longer to cook. Then, I mix all of the vegetables together and season them with salt and pepper.

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Step 3: Add the cooked and cooled rice to the griddle.

When the vegetables are about halfway cooked through, add the cooled rice to the griddle. Your rice will probably be “clumpier” since it just came out of the refrigerator, so use your spatula to break it up as it begins to heat up.

When the rice is warmed through, create a “well” in the center and add half a stick of butter like this:

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Step 4: Combine the fried rice, vegetables, soy sauce, and seasonings, and continue to cook.

As the butter melts in the “rice well”, you can add the other ingredients.

I like to pour the soy sauce on to the rice and then sprinkle on the garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Then add the cooked vegetables and mix everything together.

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Now is the time to check for seasoning also. If you like more soy sauce or salt and pepper in your fried rice, go ahead and add it in now. And remember, you can always add seasonings and sauces, but you can’t take them away, so don’t overdo the soy sauce and seasonings right off the bat.

Step 5: Make scrambled eggs to add to your fried rice.

This step is completely optional, but if you like eggs in your fried rice, then now is the time to add them. Just scramble your eggs on the griddle until they’re still slightly wet, so they don’t over cook. Then, use your spatula to chop up the egg.

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Add the eggs to the fried rice, mix everything together, and continue to cook the rice on the griddle until it’s done to your liking. My family loves the rice to be a bit crispy, so we like to leave it on the griddle for a little while.

Notice the browned bits that are kind of clumped together at the bottom? That’s how we like our fried rice done!

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You can also move the fried rice to the side of your griddle while you prepare other foods. The rice will continue to cook slightly and crisp up on the bottom.

Then, when I’m ready to plate my dinner, I use the bench scraper to “cut” large rectangular portions of rice just like they do at a Japanese steakhouse:

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Other Blackstone Fried Rice Recipe Ideas

This Blackstone fried rice goes perfectly with your hibachi chicken dinner, but here are some other variations that you can try on the griddle:

  • Add cooked cubed chicken, beef, or pork to your fried rice for a complete meal.
  • Add Mexican seasonings to your fried rice and top with white cheese dip, sautéed onions and bell peppers, and fajita chicken for a Mexican chicken fried rice.
  • Add shrimp and sausage for a Cajun fried rice.
  • Substitute cauliflower rice for a delicious and veggie-packed low carb meal.

FAQ’s about Making Blackstone Fried Rice

Can I make fried rice at home without a griddle?

Absolutely! If you don’t have an outdoor griddle, you can still make this easy fried rice recipe in a large skillet on your stovetop. Depending on how many people that you’re feeding, you may need to cook the fried rice in batches or use multiple skillets, that way you’re able to cook the rice in a thinner layer, giving you a crispier fried rice.

What rice should I use to make fried rice?

I always use Jasmine rice when making any type of fried rice recipe (even thisCajun Shrimp Fried Rice). I find Jasmine rice to be more flavorful with a nice and subtle sweetness, but you can also use long grain white rice.

Why is my fried rice sticking together?

If your fried rice is sticking or clumping together more like a sticky rice, then it’s probably because you didn’t rinse the white rice before cooking it or you didn’t let it properly cool down before adding it to the griddle to fry. These two important steps can help get rid of some of the starches and make your rice more fluffy and separated.

I also HIGHLY recommend that you cook your rice the day before and spread it in an even layer on a baking sheet to cool down in the fridge overnight. This helps to dry out the rice which also helps with making the best crispy fried rice.

What should I serve with fried rice?

This fried rice recipe is perfect to serve with Japanese style hibachi chicken on the griddle! You can check out this post for an easy and delicious Blackstone hibachi recipe complete with teriyaki chicken and zucchini and onions, just like you get at your favorite Japanese restaurant!

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I hope your family enjoys this easy griddle fried rice recipe! And feel free to print out the recipe card below to add it to your notebook of Blackstone griddle recipes:

Blackstone Fried Rice Recipe

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Fried Rice on the Blackstone Griddle

Created by: Neal


Course Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine Japanese

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

4 people

This Blackstone fried rice is super easy to prepare on your griddle. Start with cooked and cooled white rice, add in your favorite vegetables and some seasonings, and you've got a delicious fried rice that's perfect for serving with your hibachi dinner!

Ingredients

  • 6 cups cooked white rice cooled
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or your favorite cooking oil
  • 1 cup frozen peas and diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 stick butter
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1-2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 eggs optional

Instructions

  • Preheat griddle on low until it reaches about 375-425 degrees F.

  • Add about 1 tablespoon of avocado oil (or your favorite cooking oil) to the heated griddle and spread it around a bit with your spatula. Add the diced onions and peas and carrots blend to the oiled surface and sauté until tender.

  • When the vegetables are about halfway cooked through, move them to the side of the griddle, and add the cooled rice to the hotter zone on the griddle. The rice will probably be a bit clumpy since it is cooled, so use your spatula to loosen it and sauté it as it heats.

  • When rice is heated through, make a "well" in the center of the rice and add half a stick of butter. As the butter melts in the middle, add the soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the rice. Add the cooked vegetables to the rice. Mix everything together. Add more soy sauce and seasonings at this time if you wish.

  • Cook two lightly beaten eggs on the griddle. Chop up the cooked eggs and mix them into the fried rice and vegetable mixture.

  • Continue to cook the fried rice on the griddle until it is crispy and done to your liking. Then, remove the fried rice from the griddle and serve warm with your favorite sauces or green onion garnish.

Notes

  • The amounts listed for soy sauce and garlic powder can be adjusted based on your tastes. When all of the fried rice is mixed together, taste for seasoning. If you like more soy sauce or salt and pepper in your fried rice, go ahead and add it. And remember, you can always add seasonings and sauces, but you can’t take them away, so don’t overdo the soy sauce and seasonings right off the bat.
  • Two cups of uncooked rice should yield about 6 cups of cooked rice.

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  1. Randall Keiser says

    The Best Blackstone Fried Rice (Easy Griddle Recipe) (13)
    Love this site and this recipe. I am pretty new to cooking on a griddle and this helped me a ton. Thank you so much!

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  2. Dylan says

    The Best Blackstone Fried Rice (Easy Griddle Recipe) (14)
    turned out amazing!!!

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  3. Jennifer Scott says

    The Best Blackstone Fried Rice (Easy Griddle Recipe) (15)
    My hubby made this for us. It was delicious. Love your show and your recipes . Your recipes are things I will actually eat.

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  4. Kevin Lytton says

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    Enjoyed making this. Thanks for what you do.

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  5. Jean Smith says

    Easy and looks tasty. I think this is one to try!

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  6. Tom Kline says

    Best fried rice on the planet!!

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  7. Tammy Hughes says

    The Best Blackstone Fried Rice (Easy Griddle Recipe) (17)
    Delicious

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  8. Drew says

    The Best Blackstone Fried Rice (Easy Griddle Recipe) (18)
    Can not beat this. New to the flat top game and needed to start out with some fried rice and this was perfect.

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  9. Scott VanNuil says

    Loved this recipe. Thanks for the awesome videos.

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  10. bbqcookie1 says

    Congrats to 100K ! making fried rice tonight to celebrate and in honor of your accomplishment i put youtube on your channel today and hit pay all and am just letting it play in the background as I work today (admittedly not my first time to do this) .

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  11. Conrad Gibbs says

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    Hi from Australia. That fried rice recipe is phenomenal. I’ve had my Camp Chef grill for just over a week and it’s the second time I have cooked it. Thank you for showing us the way.

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    • Neal says

      Awesome! Glad you enjoyed the fried rice recipe!

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  12. Jack Karp says

    Neil, this is a great recipe Its the third time i used my Blackstone Griddle and I love it (no bad for an86 year old man). Can’t wait for my spices get here so that I can doproper smash burgers. Thank you for all you do.

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The Best Blackstone Fried Rice (Easy Griddle Recipe) (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret ingredient in fried rice? ›

Though you might not be able to pinpoint the sweet inclusion while digging into a take-out box and piling spoonsful of fluffy rice into your mouth, the addition of sugar is a common culinary technique practiced by restaurants.

What to add to fried rice to make it taste better? ›

Signature flavor

You can even mix in things like garlic powder, ginger root, or Sriracha sauce and chili pepper for a bit of a kick. Gluten Free Tip: to make your dish Gluten Free, instead of soy sauce, use tamari or coconut aminos for great flavor without the gluten.

What is the best oil for fried rice? ›

If you want an oil with a neutral flavor, go with canola oil. For a mildly nutty flavor, you'll want to pick peanut oil. If you want your oil to infuse your fried rice with a rich flavor, go with avocado oil, macadamia oil, or sesame, depending on what taste you're going for.

What is the best rice for fried rice? ›

The fine, long grains of jasmine rice with its delicate flavour are perfect for fried rice. Precook the rice at least 30 minutes, but preferably one day, before making fried rice and keep it uncovered in the fridge.

How to make fried rice in 5 steps? ›

How Do You Make Simple Fried Rice?
  1. Heat your wok or skillet to medium-high heat. Pour in the oil. ...
  2. Using a spatula, scramble the eggs then mix them with the veggies.
  3. Finally, stir in the rice and a bit of soy sauce. Serve warm and refrigerate leftovers.
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How do you balance soy sauce in fried rice? ›

Incorporate Lemon Juice, Vinegar or Sugar

Many cooks combat a salty dish with a splash of lemon juice or vinegar. You can also try mixing in a sweetener like white sugar, brown sugar, honey or agave syrup. The goal is to dilute the soy sauce and to create a harmonious blend of flavors.

Should you cool rice before making fried rice? ›

Starting with freshly cooked or well-chilled rice guarantees it won't clump up as you stir-fry it. Frying in batches compensates for the low heat output of Western stovetops. Keeping the seasoning very light allows the flavor of the rice and aromatics to come through.

What kind of rice do Chinese restaurants use for fried rice? ›

Which rice is best for fried rice? Pick a medium-grain white rice, which is the standard in Chinese cuisine. A fresh batch of this variety turns out sticky in your rice cooker, which makes it easy to eat with chopsticks, yet it also has the ability to separate into individual grains.

What's the best soy sauce for fried rice? ›

Dark Soy Sauce

When cooking fried rice, you'll want to use a darker soy sauce for sweeter caramel notes and to add that beautiful bronzed colour to your dish. A simple Chinese dark soy sauce will suffice.

Should I use butter or oil for fried rice? ›

Butter Makes Your Fried Rice Taste Richer But Also Increases Fat Content. Since cooking with butter infuses food with a richer flavor and texture in general, you might find that frying leftover rice in oil leaves it bland in comparison.

What is the difference between fried rice and Chinese fried rice? ›

The usage of rice

But in Chinese rice, it is suggested to use leftover cooked rice to avoid the rice from being sticky. In Fried Rice, most quick-service restaurants (QSRs) use long-grain white rice like Basmati, whereas Jasmine Rice is used in Chinese Rice.

How does Gordon Ramsay make fried rice? ›

✨Gordon Ramsay's Fried Rice Recipe: Garlic Ginger Chilis Green Onion Spring Greens 2 Heads Broccoli 2 Eggs Peanut Oil Fish sauce Directions: 1. Add oil to hot wok, and stir fry garlic, ginger, chili, spring greens, and broccoli. 2. Add cooked rice (day old) and fry.

How is Japanese fried rice different from Chinese fried rice? ›

Chinese fried rice uses varieties of long-grain white rice, which includes the likes of basmati and jasmine. This gives the dish a characteristically dry, firm texture and leads to a little more crispness when fried. Japanese fried rice, on the other hand, uses short-grain white rice, like sushi rice aka Japanese rice.

Why add mayo to fried rice? ›

Nicely textured fried rice.

To ensure that your rice is nicely fried, mix a bit of mayo in it before frying. The oil in the mayo will coat the rice so that it does not stick together.

Why do people put butter in fried rice? ›

We know that adding butter to a pot of steamed rice already infuses a richer flavor to the dish so just imagine how much tastier it can get when you fry the rice in it.

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