Are you tired of boring breakfast routines? Prepare to revolutionize your morning meal with the ultimate comfort food that combines crispy bacon, fluffy rice, and a burst of flavor in every single bite! This Easy Bacon Fried Rice isn't just a recipe—it's a breakfast game-changer that will transform your mornings from mundane to magnificent. Imagine waking up to a skillet of golden-brown rice studded with crispy bacon bits, vibrant vegetables, and perfectly scrambled eggs that will make your taste buds dance with joy.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup peas and carrots
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping bacon into small pieces, slicing green onions, and ensuring rice is cooled and separated.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy and fat is rendered, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Remove bacon pieces with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving bacon grease in the pan.
- In the same pan with bacon grease, add peas and carrots. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are slightly softened.
- Push vegetables to one side of the pan and pour beaten eggs into the empty space. Scramble eggs quickly until just cooked.
- Add cooled rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps. Stir-fry rice with vegetables and eggs, ensuring everything is well combined.
- Return crispy bacon pieces to the pan and mix thoroughly.
- Season with soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Cook for additional 2-3 minutes, allowing rice to get slightly crispy and flavors to meld.
- Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve hot.
Tips
- Use day-old rice: Cold, leftover rice works best as it's less sticky and creates a perfect crispy texture when stir-fried.
- Crisp your bacon first: Rendering the bacon fat provides an incredible flavor base for your entire dish.
- High heat is key: Use a hot skillet or wok to achieve that delicious slightly charred rice texture.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: Work in batches if needed to ensure each ingredient gets properly cooked and caramelized.
- Season gradually: Add soy sauce and seasonings in stages to build layers of flavor and prevent over-salting.
- Let the rice sit briefly while cooking: This helps create those coveted crispy bits that make fried rice irresistible.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 18g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 120mg
