Pork Longaniza and Garlic Fried Rice

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Flavorful Filipino-style longaniza sausage sautéed with fragrant garlic and mixed into fluffy fried rice for a satisfying meal. This filipino-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs cooked jasmine rice, chilled, garlic cloves, minced, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 8 oz crumbled Filipino longaniza sausage and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Push the sausage to one side of the skillet. Pour 2 beaten eggs into the empty side and scramble gently until just set, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add 6 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 cups chilled cooked jasmine rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir to combine with the sausage, eggs, and garlic.
  5. Step 5: Pour 1 tbsp soy sauce over the rice mixture, and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until everything is heated through and well mixed.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, stir in 2 sliced green onions, and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pork Longaniza and Garlic Fried Rice take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pork Longaniza and Garlic Fried Rice?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cooked jasmine rice, chilled from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pork Longaniza and Garlic Fried Rice?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pork Longaniza and Garlic Fried Rice for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Pork Longaniza and Garlic Fried Rice?

Filipino pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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