Chow Faan recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 17 2026
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Chow Faan Recipe

Inspired by Hawkers Asian Street Food
Time30m
Serves4

Classic fried rice packed with chicken, shrimp, char siu, eggs, onions and soy sauce.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all ingredients and prepare them as described.

  2. 2

    Cook the Eggs

    In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Scramble the eggs until cooked, then remove from the skillet and set aside.

  3. 3

    Cook the Chicken and Shrimp

    In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the diced chicken and shrimp, cooking until the chicken is fully cooked and the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

  4. 4

    Sauté the Vegetables

    Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir well to combine with the onions. Add the cooked chicken, shrimp, char siu, and scrambled eggs. Stir to mix all ingredients evenly.

  6. 6

    Season the Rice

    Pour the soy sauce over the rice mixture and season with salt and pepper. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly coated and heated through.

  7. 7

    Finish and Serve

    Remove from heat and stir in the chopped green onions. Serve hot.

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