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Growing up in a Dutch household, stamppot was a staple, especially during the cold winter months. There was something so comforting about mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables like kale, carrots, or sauerkraut, often served with smoked sausage. But, let's be honest, sometimes you want something a little different, a little less mashed. You know?
One evening, craving both stamppot and fried rice, I had an idea. Why not combine them? The result was a surprisingly delicious and satisfying dish that brings together the best of both worlds. It maintains the warmth and heartiness of stamppot but with the exciting textures and flavors of fried rice. Its' definetely a meal worth sharing..even if you have to fight for the last serving. Trust me, I know!
This recipe is incredibly adaptable. Feel free to use any type of stamppot vegetables you like—kale (boerenkool), carrots (wortel), sauerkraut (zuurkool), or even endive (andijvie). For the meat, smoked sausage (rookworst) is traditional, but bacon or even leftover roast chicken work beautifully too. Want a vegetarian version? Just skip the meat and add some extra vegetables or tofu. Experiment and make it your own! Let your creativity flow. I would love to see what you create.
This Dutch Stamppot Inspired Fried Rice blends the hearty comfort of traditional stamppot with the savory delight of fried rice. It's a quick, flavorful way to enjoy a classic Dutch dish with an Asian twist, perfect for a weeknight meal.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield:2 servings
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
Prep the stamppot ingredients: If you have leftover stamppot, great! If not, quickly mash together about 2 cups of cooked potatoes with 1 cup of your favorite stamppot vegetables (kale, carrots, sauerkraut, etc.). Don't mash it too finely; you want some texture.
Dice the meat: If using smoked sausage or bacon, dice it into small pieces. If using leftover roast chicken, shred it.
Cook the rice: If you don't have leftover cooked rice, cook about 2 cups of rice according to package directions. Ideally, use day-old rice as it fries better.
Prepare the stir-fry ingredients: Dice one onion and mince two cloves of garlic.
Heat the wok or large skillet: Add 1 tablespoon of oil (peanut or vegetable oil works well) to a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Make sure the oil is hot before adding the ingredients.
Sauté the aromatics: Add the diced onion to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes, or until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for another minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Cook the meat: Add the diced smoked sausage or bacon to the wok and cook until crispy and browned, about 5-7 minutes. If using leftover roast chicken, add it now and stir-fry for about 2 minutes until heated through.
Add the stamppot and rice: Add the mashed potato and vegetable mixture to the wok and break it up with your spatula or spoon. Stir-fry for about 3-5 minutes, until heated through and slightly browned. Add the cooked rice and stir-fry for another 5-7 minutes, making sure to combine everything well. The rice should be heated through and slightly crispy.
Season and serve: Season the fried rice with soy sauce, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg (optional, but it adds a nice warmth). Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or green onions.
📝 Notes
For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and add extra vegetables or tofu.
Feel free to use any type of stamppot vegetables you like, such as kale, carrots, or sauerkraut.
Day-old rice works best for fried rice as it's drier and fries better.