Blackstone Fried Rice

4.94 from 16 votes

Make delicious Blackstone fried rice right on your griddle! This easy recipe with bacon, veggies, and eggs is perfect for quick dinners.

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Total Time25

Course: Side Dish, Entree

Cuisine: Japanese, Asian

Servings: people

Calories: 588kcal

flat top griddle like a Blackstone or Chef Camp
large metal spatula
griddle scraper flat
infrared thermometer/temperature gun optional, but useful for checking the temperature of griddle

Preheat the griddle to high heat. Cut bacon into bite-size pieces. Turn the flat top grill to medium heat, and add bacon. Cook until bacon is about halfway done, about 5 minutes.
Add vegetables and onion to the griddle and use a large metal spatula to toss and combine them with the rice.
Season with garlic powder and sesame oil, and continue cooking until both vegetables and bacon are finished, 5-7 minutes.
Create a well in the middle of the bacon and vegetables, and let the butter melt. Once melted, add the rice, breaking it up in the butter. Stir rice and vegetables together, and add coconut aminos or soy sauce until rice is lightly colored or to your taste.
Break eggs onto an open area of the Blackstone griddle and stir to scramble. Use a flat spatula to cut the eggs into bite-sized pieces and stir them in with the rice.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Recipe FAQs:

What proteins can I add to hibachi rice? There are plenty of protein options that work well with a hibachi fried rice recipe! Good choices are quick cooking foods like chicken, pork, steak, shrimp, scallops, and tofu. Be sure to cut large chunks of protein into small bite-sized pieces, so they’re easier to eat.
Why does rice stick to the Blackstone? You may notice that the rice sticks to the griddle and is hard to stir with the vegetables and bacon. This happens because there isn’t enough oil to keep the rice from sticking. Add just a little more oil and stir if this happens. You don’t want to add too much, or the whole dish will be oily.
What is the best oil for hibachi on a Blackstone? Use an oil that can stand up to high heat like vegetables, avocado, sesame, sunflower, or peanut oil. You can find any of these at your local grocery store or online retailer. Drizzle a little flavored oil at the end for an extra punch!

Recipe Variations

- Load it up with extra veggies: Make your easy Blackstone fried rice even more colorful and nutritious by tossing in more fresh vegetables. Zucchini, mushrooms, carrots, broccoli, and water chestnuts all work beautifully. These hearty options hold up well on the griddle and add plenty of texture. Just skip tender leafy greens, which can release too much water and soften the dish. For even more flavor, stir in chopped green onions toward the end for a subtle, savory touch.

- Swap the oil for more heat: Looking for a spicy twist? Replace the sesame oil with garlic chili oil for a bold punch of flavor. This little swap takes the dish up a notch and adds a delightful heat. We love using garlic chili oil when making mushroom dumplings, and it’s just as delicious here.

- Add fresh ginger for a fragrant boost: Grate a bit of fresh ginger right onto the griddle along with your onions or vegetables. It releases a warm, zesty aroma that pairs perfectly with soy sauce and eggs. Fresh ginger brightens the entire dish and adds a homemade touch you’ll taste in every bite.

- Use vegetable oil for an even cook: If you’re out of sesame oil or prefer a more neutral flavor, vegetable oil is a simple alternative. It holds up well to high heat and helps everything from bacon to rice cook evenly on your Blackstone griddle.

TFN Pro Tips:

There are specific tools that make cooking on a Blackstone so much easier!
You will absolutely want a scraper. That’s the tool that hibachi chefs use to quickly and easily get all of the burnt bits off of the flat top grill. It’s a must-have for Blackstone cooking!
Additionally, using the right kind of spatula makes a world of difference. Large, sizable metal spatulas are recommended for this, or any other Blackstone griddle recipe. They’re great for moving large amounts of food around on the flat top.

Storing Instructions

Refrigerate: Leftovers keep and reheat really well! Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
Reheat: The easiest way to reheat leftover Blackstone fried rice is in the microwave. We recommend covering the dish with a wet paper towel to add moisture back to the grains.
Freeze: Allow the rice to cool completely in an airtight container and keep it in the freezer for up to three months. It’s a good idea to label the container with what you’re storing and the date as well.