Description
Sizzling bacon fried rice delivers a flavor-packed punch of smoky, savory goodness. Crispy bacon bits and perfectly seasoned rice create a quick, irresistible meal you’ll crave any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 slices bacon (chopped)
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
Vegetables and Grains:
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old, chilled)
- ½ cup frozen peas
- ½ cup diced carrots
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) oyster sauce (optional, for extra umami)
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious skillet or wok, positioning it over medium-intensity heat to create an optimal cooking environment.
- Introduce chopped bacon into the heated surface, allowing it to sizzle and transform into crisp, golden morsels through a 4-5 minute rendering process.
- Extract the bacon pieces using a slotted utensil, strategically leaving behind the rendered, flavorful grease within the cooking vessel.
- Manipulate the bacon grease to one side of the pan, creating a dedicated zone for egg preparation.
- Pour the whisked eggs into the cleared pan section, gently agitating and folding them until they achieve a completely cooked, fluffy consistency.
- Transfer the perfectly scrambled eggs to a separate plate, maintaining their warmth and texture for subsequent incorporation.
Notes
- Opt for day-old rice to prevent soggy texture and ensure each grain remains separate during frying.
- Use thick-cut bacon for maximum flavor and crispy texture, which adds depth to the overall dish.
- Consider gluten-free alternatives by using tamari instead of soy sauce and checking bacon ingredients for potential gluten contamination.
- For a healthier version, swap regular bacon with turkey bacon or remove excess grease by patting bacon with paper towels before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg