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Cold Fried Rice Calories

Cooked rice fried with oil and served cold; cooling may modestly increase resistant starch.

CALORIES · 100 G

176kcal

GI

58medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

58mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.8g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Cold Fried Rice (190 g) has 334 calories. That works out to 176 calories per 100 g. It contains 52.8 g of carbs, 5.9 g of protein, 10.8 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Cold Fried Rice Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 190 g

334

KCAL / 190G

Carbs

52.8g

· 19% DV

Protein

5.9g

· 12% DV

Fat

10.8g

· 14% DV

Fiber

1.5g

· 5% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 7% · Fat 29%

Cold Fried Rice nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (190 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories334 kcal
Total fat10.8 g14%
Saturated fat1.81 g9%
Trans fat0.04 g
Sodium418 mg18%
Total carbohydrate52.8 g19%
Fiber1.5 g5%
Protein5.9 g12%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Cold Fried Rice?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)190 g334 kcal
1 tablespoon (medium)15 g26 kcal
½ cup (small)95 g167 kcal
100 g100 g176 kcal
1 serving (medium)150 g264 kcal
1 serving (large)250 g440 kcal
1.5 cup (large)285 g502 kcal
1 bottle (medium)300 g528 kcal
1 bottle (large)450 g792 kcal

Calculated from 176 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cold Fried Rice

What is cold fried rice?

Cold fried rice is cooked rice that has been fried in oil, cooled and served cold. It can include vegetables, egg or seasonings; serving it chilled is what distinguishes it from hot fried rice.

Is cold fried rice safe to eat?

Yes, if it was cooled promptly and kept refrigerated. Cooked rice can contain Bacillus cereus spores, and leaving it at room temperature for too long can allow toxins to form that reheating may not destroy.

How do you make cold fried rice?

To make cold fried rice, cook the rice, cool it quickly, then fry it briefly in a little oil. Transfer it to a shallow container to cool again, refrigerate it, and serve it cold.

How long does cold fried rice last in the fridge?

Keep cold fried rice covered in the refrigerator and eat it within 24 hours. Cool it quickly after cooking; rice left at room temperature for too long should not be saved for later.

Is cold fried rice meant to be served cold?

Yes, cold fried rice is served chilled; that is its defining feature. Keep it refrigerated until serving and avoid leaving it out on the counter for an extended time.

Can you reheat cold fried rice?

Yes, you can reheat cold fried rice, although serving it cold is the usual approach. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, just once, until it is steaming hot throughout.

What rice is best for cold fried rice?

Long-grain rice works well for cold fried rice because the grains tend to stay separate. Rice that has been cooked and cooled quickly is less likely to turn mushy in the pan than freshly cooked, warm rice.

What ingredients go in cold fried rice?

Cold fried rice often includes peas, carrots, spring onions and soy sauce; egg is another common addition. Cook any added ingredients thoroughly, then cool the finished dish quickly before serving it cold.

Can you freeze cold fried rice?

Yes, cold fried rice can be frozen, though its texture may soften after thawing. Cool it quickly, freeze it in portions, and do not refreeze it after thawing.

Does cooling cold fried rice increase resistant starch?

Yes, cooling cooked rice can modestly increase its resistant starch. That does not make cold fried rice carbohydrate-free or remove its effect on blood sugar.

Cold Fried Rice Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Folate

53.2µg · 13% DV

B3

2mg · 13% DV

B6

0.15mg · 9% DV

B5

0.42mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.53mg · 23% DV

Selenium

10µg · 18% DV

Sodium

418mg · 18% DV

Copper

0.15mg · 17% DV

Potassium ⭐

110mg · 3% DV

Cold Fried Rice Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

58
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

30.6
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Cold Fried Rice

To burn the 334 calories in 1 cup (medium) (190 g):

🚶

83min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

34min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

45min

Cycling

🏊

39min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Cold Fried Rice?

Cold fried rice is cooked rice briefly stir-fried in oil and served chilled. Fried rice is associated with East and Southeast Asian cuisines, where it is usually served hot; the cold version is less standard and can be a deliberate dish or a way to use cooked rice. Vegetables and seasonings are common additions, though recipes vary.

Chilling gives the grains a firmer, less steamy texture, with the savoury flavour of the oil still present. You can serve it as a quick lunch or a side with grilled vegetables, tofu or other savoury dishes. It is mostly a carbohydrate-based dish, with relatively little fibre; cooling may modestly increase resistant starch. Each 100 g provides 27.8 g of carbohydrate. For a lighter version, use less oil and add plenty of vegetables.

How Nutritious Is Cold Fried Rice?

Nutrient density

Low

24/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

31/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Cold Fried Rice Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Cold Fried Rice Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Cold Fried Rice Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Cold Fried Rice Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.81g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.47g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.23g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 49.2:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (49.2:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.