Fried Rice 101: How to Make Fried Rice at Home 炒飯 | Hunger Pangs

Hunger Pangs is a new series about cooking great Chinese food at home, starring ATK's Kevin Pang and his father Jeffrey. In this episode, they make fried rice.
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[@9dehucey2df366]

The look of utter confusion and then amazement from the son hearing multiple "thank you"(s) from his Pops. This daughter of an immigrant sees you Kevin!

[@leahdoerr731]

Well said

[@Thejellybaby]

Love the father and son cooking together. More families sharing their recipes plz!

[@violetviolet888]

Then you'll like: Cooking with my Chinese Grandma: kzbin.info/aero/PLaGqwtHfTt-jh-7Xz5mlKnan8fnkUXxr6 AND Made with Lau: kzbin.infovideos

[@freeheeler09]

Yep, we enjoyed watching you guys cook together! Very cool.

[@spicerack4397]

@@violetviolet888 Love watching, Made with Lau!!!!

[@susangledhill4]

@@violetviolet888 mi

[@jessiebaillargeon4191]

I want these two to have their own cooking show they're awesome

[@PatHaskell]

They do, you watched it!

[@meeofcourse4152]

Agree

[@mariemason8984]

@@PatHaskell ++1

[@JamesEvansTheGreat]

They could call it "Hunger Pangs"

[@lbchristensen8732]

I know they are great.

[@paulasimson4939]

More of Kevin and his dad - they're dynamite together! Great recipe too.

[@malcolmharing3744]

I learned the right way to do fried rice from the best source today ! Wish I had seen this video years ago. Thanks for the recipe👍

[@federalistpapers4523]

It would be nice if there was a written recipe, or a link to one.

[@merrilynrasch5220]

@@malcolmharing3744 😅😊

[@brendaboden5153]

Delicious

[@capers72424]

@@federalistpapers4523 the link to the recipe is in the description.

[@ytsivran]

Love that Jeffrey was open minded enough to try the recipe with an ingredient he normally never uses, and admit that he enjoyed it! For a person of his age that says a lot

[@yogoombah2356]

It's a beautiful thing, to see a father & son working together.

[@dawnbowie352]

I ADORE these two! Having married into a Chinese family, I huddled up to my tiny mother-in-law to learn her secrets. An excellent cook and a patient woman, she taught me all she could in the time we had. Maybe the Pangs can continue my education in cooking Chinese dishes well. 😊❤🎉

[@sallielesage2869]

Love seeing the dynamics between father and son. Glad to see Kevin gave his first bowl of fried rice to his father. That is a good son! And I will try out the oyster sauce the next time I cook fried rice.

[@johneccles7226]

Can you freeze the rice

[@mollyc9038]

And if he would call his Dad Farther or Dad instead of old man to me it's so disrespectful I'm old school

[@Martina1192]

@@johneccles7226 yes, you can definitely freeze it. I often buy it frozen from Costco for my kids quick dinners. Freeze in freezer bags in individual portions, so you don’t have one big lump.

[@mrlapageisyourman]

Just listened to the latest episode of ATK's podcast, Proof. The title is, "My Father, The KZbin Star." Kevin talks growing up and his relationship with his father. I highly recommend it to everyone who loves Hunger Pangs!

[@katherineweaver382]

This is the most wholesome sweet segment. Love it! More Hungry Pangs, please!!

[@PaulHo]

I don't think enough people picked up on or appreciate the thank yous, it's very rare among Asian cultures, especially in that dynamic of traveling downstream with age.

[@DSmith-gs4tr]

Watching dad and son in the kitchen cooking really warmed my heart. Generations passing down their knowledge and dad telling son off a bit in the process--priceless lol. We definitely need more of this.

[@shelleywood4117]

--as often as possible😋👍

[@Theodorej1960]

It is the Chinese way. My father did the same for me.

[@bobk4438]

I love that ATK is featuring Asian cooking. I replaced my cast iron wok with a carbon steel wok. Absolutely wonderful.

[@llgaines7892]

I took a Chinese cooking class back in the seventies. The teacher was from mainland China. She had to order our woks and wok spatulas from San Francisco because they were not available here. I still use my carbon steel wok and spatula. She is considered one of the best Chinese cooking teachers in the Washington DC Metro area. Her name is Rebekah Lin Jewel, and her excellent cookbook is The Art of Chinese cooking.

[@williammalluege-su8368]

It sure looks like an Ng & Taylor wok in this video which is in my Guanxi native husband’s kitchen ;-)

[@kbowen2251]

This is fast becoming one of my new favorite series! Hope they can keep on doing more!

[@patttakeuchi3959]

How precious is this interaction. Father and son. Nice to see Test Kitchen use chefs who actually are part of the culture where the food comes from.

[@AB-ii8st]

I like them, too but who cares where they are from, it’s just food. Stop pretending your genes decide what you can cook or not.

[@patttakeuchi3959]

i agree with you in some ways but when you don't see much representation of yourself, it's nice when you do. Take care

[@Chiklet42]

More Chinese cooking videos please! I appreciate the authenticity and pronouncing ingredients in Cantonese and Mandarin! I would love for the Pangs to invite other Chinese professionals to demonstrate hand pulled noodles or how to make soup dumplings. Keep up the great content!

[@GasPipeJimmy]

Why is the pronunciation a big deal?

[@harsiese]

So glad to see this duo back for another recipe. I really like that they explain why they chose certain ingredients and why they prepped them a certain way.

[@leilanik.3918]

Thank you for this nice recipe presentation. Most local people in Hawaii grew up eating fried rice as a way to use up leftover rice. We used Spam in the absence of char siu or shrimp and also other leftover meats like chicken or steak. Thank you Pang family for a delicious looking meal.

[@y.h.b.4379]

My dad also uses Spam in fried rice. I found that Jack Daniels Honey Pork Ribs is the closest thing to char siu for fried rice.

[@ToniHinton]

@@y.h.b.4379 I'll have to try that, thanks! My husband (a haole boy from the mainland) makes great char siu, but it's not something you can whip up quickly so having an alternative will help.

[@darkelfling65]

When I use spam, I also use diced pineapple. I pre-fry the pineapple so it doesn't add too much moisture, so they end up being like little gems that burst out juice when you get one in your spoon

[@myronyoshioka8742]

Spam onolicious

[@judyjohnson9610]

@@darkelfling65 Ooh, thanks! I happen to have a couple of small containers with pineapple in my freezer. That would be good with pork or chicken too

[@joyj1219]

It’s nice to see a dad and son enjoying each other’s company. Looks delicious 😋

[@stephaniesuzuki9143]

Watching Hunger Pangs is not only a cooking class but it is humorous and respectful. Thank you!

[@maydaygarden]

The sprinkle of the rice was a better technique to break up the clumps instead of dumping it in all at once. I like my rice on the drier side too. Enjoyed watching the teamwork. Thank you!

[@julietran4798]

Uh 9

[@whatshername369]

Totally agree. Sprinkling the rice into the wok was a game changer for me!

[@maetaima2027]

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[@mariemason8984]

I just happened to find the Chinese fried recipe. Looks great and I'm gonna try it this week. This is my favorite channel and I tried many of their recipes. I trust them! Thank you

[@federalistpapers4523]

Is there a link to the recipe

[@roderickcampbell2105]

This father and son combination was awesome. The rice looked amazing and the show was at least as good. Thanks!

[@debs_wheels]

I love the “Hunger Pangs” video series. Keep them coming!

[@DavidFSloneEsq]

I have said this before, but this father and son team are pure gold. I could watch a video from them every day for the rest of my life and I’d be happy.

[@carizi3]

I love fried rice! I like to add fresh ginger and little bit of toasted sesame seed oil to mine. This was a great recipe but I mostly enjoyed watching father and son cooking together 🥰 Thanks for sharing!

[@victorvaught]

I feel like this is an equivalent of holding the flashlight while your dad works on the car

[@josephgaviota]

Kevin, you are so lucky to cook with your dad. My mom died of breast cancer, and I tried to get recipes from her, but she just couldn't be specific enough to (a young) me. "You know, some of this" and "add until it 'looks' right" kind of directions; as a lad, I just couldn't "get" it. Enjoy your time w/dad. Seriously.

[@janetseidlitz5976]

Please do more videos with Jeffrey and Kevin. They are too cute :) I like my fried rice with a lot of green onions, eggs, diced pork, soy sauce, and a little hoisin sauce for sweetness. I'll definitely try the oyster sauce though, that sounds delicious.

[@laraoneal7284]

@Janet Seidlitz. Where do u find hoisin sauce?

[@janetseidlitz5976]

@@laraoneal7284 I got my last bottle from Amazon, but most grocery stores carry some. It is usually near the soy sauces.

[@micholbarney6258]

Loved the interaction between father and son!❤️😂❤️

[@stephaneslec2171]

Another great Chinese recipe. I love this new show, it is fun and touching to see the father Jeffrey and son Kevin cooking together, I am sure many of us wish we still could.

[@violetviolet888]

You'd also like: Made with Lau: kzbin.infovideos AND Cooking with my Chinese Grandma: kzbin.info/aero/PLaGqwtHfTt-jh-7Xz5mlKnan8fnkUXxr6

[@stephaneslec2171]

@@violetviolet888 Thanks Violet, I appreciate your suggestions and the links. I'll check them out right away.

[@stephaneslec2171]

@@violetviolet888 Hi Violet, I been watching the the shows you've recommended, they're great, I love Chinese cuisine and the Chinese culture, it is amazing to see the love and respect between the children and their parents, we have a lot to learn from the Chinese culture. Take Care!

[@violetviolet888]

@@stephaneslec2171 How rare to see a follow-up in KZbin comments. Great to hear. Here are a couple more for you: Blondie in China AND Chinese Cooking Demystified.

[@lilquiz1301]

Love this. Great to see a father and son doing things together like cooking. My husband and son would go golfing together. Makes for great memories and sets the example for the next generation. I use this video to make my fried rice and love the result. A similar fried rice dish I also make comes from a coworker from long ago from Picayune, Mississippi. He would use bacon grease as his oil (already changes the flavor profile). Leftovers from a meal (cooked chicken or turkey etc) onion, green pepper, celery (trinity), bacon, tomatoes, and cooked egg. Season with the soy sauce and serve with Louisiana hot sauce. Total bliss!

[@TiggerLyOne]

Is that the Louis Vuitton of fried rice?! Shrimps, ChaSiu, mushrooms...

[@simonsavelyev7399]

So fun watching these two cook together!

[@georgiawilson5715]

I like a tiny bit of toasted sesame oil in mine and I like some shredded cabbage in it. I usually use a small handful of slaw mix because it has the carrot in it already. For protein we usually go with chicken.

[@trae4529]

Isn’t that just one of the best things about fried rice? You can pretty much put in whatever the heck you want.😊😊😊

[@e-spy]

I had a friend from China who invited me and the kids over for dinner. She was such a lovely girl and I learned so much about her culture. But she cooked everything! There were beef dishes, fish, chicken, pork, and of course fried rice. She showed me how to fix it, but I was never able to get it as good as hers. She had to have cooked all week for this one dinner. SO good!

[@shannagavette8533]

Love the father and son interaction. Pays to pay attention to our mother and father. They have delicious recipes. Thank you for sharing this one. Looks so easy and delicious! :)

[@chihuahuasrule1175]

Love the family bickering, stories and interactions from these two! I need more videos from this father/son duo please.

[@465maltbie]

That day when we finally realize how smart our fathers are is a very important day in a mans life. Thanks for sharing this video, Charles

[@gububird]

Love the Hunger Pangs videos!!! Please keep them coming!

[@Philobiblion]

Beautiful. And the cultural meme is enchanting. Makes me think about how my dad made me watch him replace a window sash 65 years ago.

[@redrightsue1346]

Aww, these guys are so sweet. I loved when the son helped his dad lift the heavy wok, and then the dad says "okay thank you". At the end, I was worried that the son was going to serve himself first, and then he gave his dad the first plate. I sighed with relief. Even his dad was worried and when he received the plate he pretty much congratulated him on his manners say "oh you're a good son". Reminds me of my dad. Maybe it's a generational thing, but my dad would have looked at me weird too if I dared serve myself before him. Gotta love family, and respect the hierarchy. Super cute! 🥰 Also, great tip on using day old white rice! I'm so making this today (minus the meats and mushrooms). I have a 6 year old's food palet, 😆👍

[@d.t.1470]

I wish every recipe was so well explained and documented. Well done!

[@violetviolet888]

You'd also like: Made with Lau: kzbin.infovideos AND Cooking with my Chinese Grandma: kzbin.info/aero/PLaGqwtHfTt-jh-7Xz5mlKnan8fnkUXxr6

[@dianeoc2973]

Love your posts and hope there are many more Hunger Pangs posts!

[@Mae.30.61]

Truly enjoyed the Hunger Pangs video, keep them coming. Thank you!

[@KemptonLam]

8:58 More Hunger Pangs please! Thanks for a great show ATK's Kevin and dad Jeffrey! A big win for sons everywhere to have dad agree so often and readily! BTW, I've frying rice for years and still learned LOTS from this segment. Especially this trick of sprinkling cold rice! Keep up the good work!

[@jetobey5656]

I was so pleased to see son serve father first. a lesson for us all.

[@johnnycruz7262]

I made this rice following the Pang's recipe. I will never buy fried rice in a restaurant knowing I can make it this well at home. I bought the char Sui at a restaurant since I don't know how to prepare it. I will make it again and substitute pulled chicken for the char Sui. To Kevin & Jeffrey.....well done!

[@melissacamacho-diaz140]

Love their dynamic. Dad is so cute. Let’s see more videos with them please!

[@GeorgeCMcRae]

You're a good son!!!!! serving dad first!!!!

[@JohnMyers1970]

Ah! This is my favorite episode of ATK ever!

[@juliequates9529]

Love this series SO much! Great recipe and presentation.

[@williamrooth]

This was a FANTASTIC video! I am retired and cooking now for my wife and I. The videos on KZbin have been extremely helpful and since i love Chinese food, it has really helped. Fried rice was my downfall, but you have given me confidence to cook it this way and I can't wait to try this! Thank-you both!

[@magdalenabresson8308]

Another fantastic episode! Can't wait to make this :)

[@159yy]

Wow! that looks so delicious! You two are so good together! Excellent information, instructions and demo! Thank you so much!

[@SLYkutie]

Subbed because of the Pangs! Thank you! Keep their content in rotation, please!

[@deniseracine6788]

Best duo ever on America’s Test Kitchen!

[@nadeenkatz376]

I love these two! I hope this series continues-so fun!

[@TheRationalPi]

Kevin has that silky smooth announcer voice going on.

[@_A4A]

I loved this so much! I can watch this Father & Son duo cook all day long!... ❤❤❤

[@skheuring]

Great video. I like that they both have input in the ingredients and talk about various flavors. Father & son moments are a nice touch! Well done, can't wait to try it.

[@insidethegardenwall22]

‘ “You are a good son.” Ahh!

[@carolineodle8381]

Dad gets a thumbs up!

[@dennisbishop3842]

Great addition. You're fun to watch. I will make this!

[@debbielanier8658]

Great chemistry between Father and Son!

[@christinemayer3967]

My husband said this was the best fried rice he has ever tasted when I made it. THANKS!!!

[@belindakho]

Love this episode! They are a great duo and it's a great recipe!

[@carolyndoughty4138]

Best and clearest information on all steps to choose, prepare, and cook the rice for this dish. Thank you!

[@maryb1618]

Just found this series, love it. More hunger Pangs!

[@THEJR-of5tf]

Father and Son cooking together !! Absolutely awesome. I have just subscribed. Thanks for a great video.

[@triciabrown5071]

This was so refreshing to watch, and I really hope to see more of these two.

[@ericmgarrison]

I could eat platefuls of this while watching hours of these two cooking.

[@Seven7ails]

Awesome Pangs! Love the combo

[@mmbollingm3]

Love their dynamic. Excited to keep learning from these two.

[@belindac1040]

I can't get enough of these two! So heartwarming and genuine 😊

[@tastyneck]

I'm already loving this series!

[@liketheduck]

Loving their videos!!! Great team. Great info

[@IngaHicks]

I'm loving this series!!

[@sarag1158]

Thank you for making authentic Chinese food accessible! I want more segments like this on ATK

[@angelamiltun4451]

Jeff and Kevin so great to see you both, father and and son cooking together...Simple, practical recipe and delish! Thanks to Pang Family for the yummy Yummy Fried Rice Catherine packed for my lunch!!! Angie M.

[@mrses44]

Shouldn't have watched this until after a meal. I soooo hungry for this rice. Sounds incredibly delicious! Thank you.

[@Kejame]

LOVE this video so much. Very sweet and entertaining.

[@loucinci3922]

Looks so good. Thanks for sharing

[@thomasburke7995]

This is probably the best ATK example of how to make dish.. no overly complex procedures or equipment needed and the easy to locate ingredients.. more please

[@BottyGuy]

This is a great addition to this channel. Thanks.

[@cccsadmin9176]

So easy to follow. And I appreciate learning the names for the ingredients in Cantonese and Mandarin.

[@vnickcolvin4971]

Loved these two! Perfect recipe as well!

[@joesabal1212]

Best father and son cooking episode for Chinese fried rice! Love it!

[@loydclayton5783]

Looks yummy! Really enjoyed the video with father and son together!

[@RonnelsStampStudio]

Please keep this series going. I would love to learn how to make more Chinese dishes.

[@rockshot100]

If you don't have a gas stove, no problem. I have to deal with a flat ceramic stove, don't like it but it doesn't stop me. I use a big non-stick skillet with no problem. Also zucchini is cheap in my area and love the texture of it in this and curries.

[@trae4529]

Same here-- flat cooktop and big nonstick skillet ( maybe 14 inches)..... no complaints so far. Would I prefer gas? Yes, I honestly would. But there’s almost always a way to make things work.😊

[@rockshot100]

@@trae4529 Yes, agreed. I hate appliances that "do the thinking for you". Nothing like a gas flame, or even the electric coils so you can see for yourself how hot it is. I had to look and look for a coffee maker without a computer. My washing machine decides to run itself randomly, with no clothes. But as you say, we make due.

[@camicri4263]

Thanks for sharing and braking down the steps for us! It looks yummy!

[@EricHunt]

These two are awesome. My new favorite cooking series!

[@alexanderivory-brown118]

I loved this Hunger Pangs episode!!!!! :)

[@bonniepwtf]

Very entertaining & informative video. Thanks.

[@GSimon850]

How wonderful cooking with your father. Thanks chaps and take care.

[@Melo.maniak]

I immediately like you guys. You answer all these awesome questions I wouldn't of known to ask but need to know.

[@ruthm8931]

I love seeing another video from the Father and Son, I am so going to try their recipe and I hope there will be many more to come!

[@celinechen4665]

Thank you for sharing, two great chefs from. Must be so very delicious

[@smoothcortex]

Love the principles of the Test Kitchen! Great series idea!

[@bbear753]

Love your video. Love your father and and son interaction / banter. Regrettably I never had a chance to cook with my father before his passing. Looking forward to see more.