Fried Rice and Steamed Rice in Milford, MA
Rice is the foundation of a Chinese meal. It soaks up sauces, balances spicy dishes and turns a few entrées into a full dinner. At Lin's Garden, 206 E Main St, Milford, you can choose from classic fried rice with your favorite protein, two house-style fried rice dishes, or plain steamed white rice. Most fried rice comes in two sizes – small ($5.95) and large ($9.25) – and every rice dish can be picked up or delivered in our Milford delivery area.
Fried Rice with Your Choice of Protein
Our fried rice is tossed in a very hot wok with egg, onions and soy sauce so each grain gets a light, savory coating. Pick the version you like best:
- Chicken Fried Rice – the most popular order on almost any Chinese menu.
- Beef Fried Rice – richer and more savory.
- Pork Fried Rice – a New England take-out classic.
- Shrimp Fried Rice – a light seafood option.
- Vegetable Fried Rice – meat-free and colorful.
Each is $5.95 for a small and $9.25 for a large.
House Fried Rice
- Combo Fried Rice ($10.25) – a mix of proteins in one generous order, for anyone who can't choose just one.
- Southern Fried Rice (White Style) ($10.25) – a lighter-colored fried rice cooked without the dark soy sauce, so the flavor is cleaner and more delicate.
Steamed White Rice
If you are ordering saucy dishes such as Beef with Garlic Sauce, Shrimp with Lobster Sauce or General Gau's Chicken, plain Steamed Rice is often the best partner. It lets the sauce shine and cools down spicy food. Small $2.75, large $4.25.
Small or Large?
- Small – a side for one person with an entrée.
- Large – a side for two or three people, or a filling meal for one.
For a family of four, one large fried rice plus one large steamed rice usually covers everyone.
Rice or Noodles?
Both are great. Rice works best with saucy stir-fries, while noodles are a meal on their own. Many families order one of each. Explore our noodle menu for lo mein, pad Thai, chow foon and udon, or try Moo Shi for something you can wrap and share.
Leftover Fried Rice
Fried rice is one of the best leftovers. Keep it in the fridge in a closed container and reheat it in a hot pan with a small splash of water or oil, stirring until it is steaming hot. It can even be fried again with a fresh egg for a quick breakfast.
How Fried Rice Is Made
Great fried rice starts with cooked rice that has had time to rest, so the grains are firm and separate. The rice goes into a very hot wok with a little oil, egg, onions and your choice of meat, shrimp or vegetables, and is tossed quickly so every grain is lightly coated. The high heat gives fried rice the slightly smoky flavor that is hard to make at home. That is why fried rice travels well and still tastes good when it arrives at your door.
Best Rice for Each Dish
- Saucy or spicy entrées (garlic sauce, Kung Pao, lobster sauce): steamed white rice.
- Crispy dishes (General Gau's, sesame, orange): fried rice or steamed rice.
- Egg Foo Young and Chow Mein: pork or chicken fried rice, the classic New England pairing.
Ordering Rice for a Crowd
Feeding a party or an office lunch? Plan roughly one large fried rice for every three to four people, plus one large steamed rice for every four or five people if you are serving saucy entrées. Mixing two kinds of fried rice – for example Combo Fried Rice and Vegetable Fried Rice – keeps both meat lovers and vegetarians happy. Call ahead for large orders so everything is ready on time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern (White Style) Fried Rice?
It is fried rice made in a lighter style, without the dark soy sauce color. Ask us about the ingredients when you order.
Is vegetable fried rice vegetarian?
Vegetable Fried Rice contains no meat but is made with egg. Tell us if you need it without egg.
Can I add rice to a delivery order?
Yes. Rice can be added to any delivery or pick-up order. Call (508) 478-3188.
More from Rice, Noodles & Moo Shi
See every section on our full Lin's Garden menu, or read our delivery & pick-up information before you order.