Ghana Fried Rice

Name: Ghana Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Ghanaian
Ingredients: 3 cups long-grain rice, parboiled; 200g chicken breast, diced; 150g shrimp, peeled; 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, green beans, corn); 1 large onion, diced; 3 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 tsp curry powder; 1 tsp thyme; 2 bouillon cubes; 1 green bell pepper, diced; Soy sauce to taste

Fried Rice (fraid rais)

Ghanaian-Style Fried Rice

⏱ Prep Time 45 min

📈 Difficulty Medium

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 431 kcal

A vibrant, party-style fried rice loaded with mixed vegetables, shrimp, and chicken, seasoned with curry powder and served with a side of shito.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 20.0g

Carbs 54.0g

Fat 15.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ shellfish

Equipment Needed

wok or large pan pot wooden spoon

Presentation Guide

Vessel: large platter

Garnishes: boiled egg slices, fried plantain

Accompaniments: shito, coleslaw, grilled chicken

Ingredients

3 cups long-grain rice, parboiled
200g chicken breast, diced
150g shrimp, peeled
1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, green beans, corn)
1 large onion, diced
3 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tsp curry powder
1 tsp thyme
2 bouillon cubes
1 green bell pepper, diced
Soy sauce to taste

Instructions

1
Cook rice until 70% done. Drain and spread to cool.
2
Season and stir-fry chicken until golden. Set aside. Do the same with shrimp.
3
Blanch vegetables briefly. Drain.
4
Heat oil in wok, sauté onion. Add cooled rice, curry, thyme, bouillon. Stir-fry 5 minutes on high.
5
Add chicken, shrimp, vegetables, and bell pepper. Toss well. Season with soy sauce.
6
Serve hot with shito on the side.

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Did You Know?

At Ghanaian parties, the fried rice is always served alongside jollof rice — and guests will judge the entire event by the quality of both.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

wok or large pan
pot
wooden spoon

Garnishing

boiled egg slices, fried plantain

Accompaniments

shito, coleslaw, grilled chicken

The Story Behind Ghana Fried Rice

Ghana fried rice became a celebration staple in the post-independence era, combining Asian stir-frying techniques with Ghanaian flavours. It is inseparable from party culture and is always served alongside jollof rice at weddings and celebrations.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed parties, weddings, sunday lunch 📜 Origins: Post-independence, adapted from Chinese and British influences

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