Name: Guyanese Style Fried Rice Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4-6
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups Jasmine Rice - cooked 1 day old; 4 Chicken - boneless breast or thigh cut into bite-size pieces; 2 tablespoons Green seasoning; 1 tablespoon Browning; 1 teaspoon Chinese Five Spice; 1 medium Carrot - diced; 12 Chinese Long Beans - chopped; 1/4 head Chinese Cabbage - shredded; 1 medium Onion - diced; 3 cloves Garlic - minced; 1 teaspoon Ginger - minced; 3 Green onion - chopped; 2 tablespoons Soy sauce; 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce; 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce; 3 tablespoons Peanut Oil; 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil

Front shot of Guyanese Style Fried Rice in a plate with chopsticks on the side

Experience the perfect fusion of flavors with this Guyanese Style Fried Rice recipe. By combining Caribbean flair with the timeless appeal of fried rice, this dish features rich, caramelized notes from traditional Guyanese browning sauce and an array of fresh, vibrant vegetables. Whether you're looking for a satisfying weeknight meal or a standout dish for a family gathering, this recipe delivers bold taste and cultural richness in every bite.

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Pro Tip

Handle Browning Sauce with Care: Its strong flavor requires precision.

This Guyanese-Style Fried Rice offers a unique blend of flavors, with the deep umami from soy and oyster sauces, sweetness from the browning sauce, and a delightful crunch from fresh vegetables. It's a quick and versatile recipe, perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. Its balance of protein, vegetables, and rice makes it a complete and wholesome dish.

Use Day-Old Rice: This prevents the rice from becoming too sticky or mushy.
Preheat Your Wok: Ensuring your wok or pan is hot before adding ingredients helps achieve that signature fried rice texture.
Control Browning Sauce: A little goes a long way; too much can overpower the dish.

Serve Guyanese Style Fried Rice alongside grilled chicken, fried plantains, or a fresh garden salad. For a full Caribbean-inspired meal, pair it with Pineapple Shrimp Fried Rice or Garlic Fried Rice.

Substitute tofu or tempeh for chicken to make a vegetarian version.
Use cauliflower rice instead of jasmine rice for a low-carb variation.
If you don’t have browning sauce, you can use soy sauce for color, but the flavor will be slightly different.
Swap peanut oil for sesame oil or coconut oil for a different flavor profile.

Store any leftover fried rice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, add a splash of water or broth to the rice and heat in a pan or microwave until warmed through. Leftovers can also be used as a quick lunch, and the flavors often deepen after a day or two.

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Jasmine Rice (Day Old): Essential for getting that perfect fried rice texture, as freshly cooked rice can be too moist.
Boneless Chicken (Breast or Thigh): Adds a protein-rich element to the dish, providing tenderness and flavor.
Green Seasoning: Infuses the chicken with bold Caribbean flavors.
Browning Sauce: Gives the rice a rich caramelized color and flavor unique to Guyanese cuisine.
Chinese Five Spice: Adds a fragrant, slightly sweet, and savory profile that enhances the dish's overall taste.
Carrots, Chinese Long Beans, Cabbage: These vegetables provide color, crunch, and nutrients, making the dish more wholesome.
Soy Sauce, Oyster Sauce, Hoisin Sauce: The combination of these sauces adds depth, umami, and a balanced savory-sweet taste.
Peanut Oil: Helps to achieve the signature fried texture and adds a subtle nutty flavor.

Can I make this vegetarian?

Yes, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh and ensure your sauces are vegetarian-friendly.

What type of rice is best?

Jasmine rice is ideal for its fragrance and texture, especially when using day-old rice.

Can I use store-bought browning sauce?

Absolutely, but adjust the quantity to avoid overpowering the dish.

How to Make Guyanese Style Fried Rice

Start by seasoning chicken with green seasoning, browning sauce, and soy sauce, then let it marinate for enhanced flavor. Heat peanut oil in a wok and sauté the chicken until golden. Add fresh vegetables and cook until tender-crisp. Incorporate the day-old rice, soy, oyster, and hoisin sauces, stirring until everything is well combined, and the rice absorbs the flavors. Finish with a drizzle of sesame oil for a final touch, then serve hot.

Author: Rachael Ottier Hart

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Time & Serves

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

30 mins

Total Time

40 mins

Serves

4-6

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups Jasmine Rice - cooked 1 day old
4 Chicken - boneless breast or thigh cut into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons Green seasoning
1 tablespoon Browning
1 teaspoon Chinese Five Spice
1 medium Carrot - diced
12 Chinese Long Beans - chopped
1/4 head Chinese Cabbage - shredded
1 medium Onion - diced
3 cloves Garlic - minced
1 teaspoon Ginger - minced
3 Green onion - chopped
2 tablespoons Soy sauce
1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce
3 tablespoons Peanut Oil
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil

Instructions

Season chicken with green seasoning, browning, Chinese five spices, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce, then marinate in a container for at least one hour or overnight for stronger flavors.

Using a wok or deep sauté pan, add the peanut oil and bring to high heat.

Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and sauté for 10 minutes.

Add the vegetables and sauté for another 10 minutes.

Mix in the rice, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil, and stir until the rice turns brown.

Once the rice has absorbed the sauce and turned brown, remove from the heat and serve in bowls or serving plates.

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