Bacon and Egg Fried Rice (Featured in 6 Ways To Use Leftover Rice)

 

Bacon and Egg Fried Rice

Featured in 6 Ways To Use Leftover Rice

This is the way to use up leftover food in your fridge, and it tastes even better than food from a restaurant.

We are talking about taking day-old rice and putting it in a hot pan with crispy bacon, fried egg, rice, garlic, and soy sauce. The Bacon and egg fried rice makes the rice taste really good. The eggs become soft and silky. Adding soy sauce and sesame oil at the end makes it savory and nutty.

You can make this meal in 15 minutes. It uses things you probably already have in your kitchen. It turns boring leftover rice into something that you will really want to eat. This is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a lazy dinner. You only need one pan. You do not have to clean up a lot. You get a lot of flavor.

Why I love this Bacon and Egg Fried Rice recipe

I love this Bacon and egg fried rice recipe because it saves me time on nights, and it is comforting.

First, it is a way to use up leftover rice. That rice that has been in your fridge for 2 days can be used to make this Bacon and egg fried rice. Cold rice is better for frying because it does not get mushy.

Then there is the Bacon and egg fried rice. When you cook the Bacon and egg fried rice first, your kitchen smells amazing. You can use the fat from the Bacon and egg fried rice to fry the rice. This adds a lot of flavor without needing oil.

I also love how fast you can make this Bacon and egg fried rice. You can have it ready in under 20 minutes. The eggs make it feel like a meal. You can add any vegetables that you have in your kitchen.

My favorite part of this Bacon and egg fried rice is the texture. You get crispy Bacon and egg fried rice, fluffy eggs, and slightly crispy rice. It is salty, savory, and really satisfying.

This was my go-to meal in college. It still is when I need food fast. It is budget-friendly, and kids love it. You cannot mess this Bacon and egg fried rice up.

 

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 10 minutes

time: 20 minutes

Serves: 4

Difficulty level: Easy

 

Ingredients

·       4 slices of thick-cut Bacon and Egg Fried Rice, cut into pieces

·       3 large eggs, beaten

·       4 cups of cooked rice, preferably day-old and cold

·       2 cloves of garlic, minced

·       3 green onions, sliced, whites and greens separated

·       2 tablespoons of soy sauce

·       1 teaspoon of sesame oil

·       1/2 teaspoon of black pepper

·       1 cup of frozen peas and carrots, optional

·       Salt to taste

 

Tools

o   Large pan or 12-inch skillet

o   Spatula

o   Mixing bowl

o   Knife and cutting board

 

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1.

Get everything. Cut the Bacon and egg fried rice into small pieces. Slice the onions. Mince the garlic. Beat the eggs in a bowl with salt. Break up the rice with your fingers so there are no clumps. Cold rice is important for making Bacon and egg fried rice.

 

Step 2.

Cook the Bacon and Egg Fried Rice: Put the Bacon and Egg Fried Rice in a pan. Turn the heat to medium. Cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring, until the Bacon and Egg Fried Rice is crispy and the fat comes out. Use a spoon to remove the Bacon and Egg Fried Rice from the pan. Leave the fat in the pan.

 

Step 3.

Scramble the eggs: Pour the beaten eggs into the pan with the Bacon and Egg Fried Rice fat. Let them sit for 10 seconds, then scramble them. Cook until they are just set but still a little soft. Remove the eggs from the pan. Put them with the Bacon and egg fried rice.

 

Step 4.

Fry the garlic and green onions: Add the garlic and the white parts of the onions to the pan. Cook for 30 seconds until they smell good. Do not burn the garlic.

 

Step 5.

Fry the rice: Turn the heat to high. Add the rice to the pan. Spread it out. Let it sit for 1 minute to get a little crispy. Then. Stir for 3-4 minutes. You want some of the rice to get golden and toasty. This is where the flavor comes from.

 

Step 6.

Add the rest: Add the soy sauce, pepper, and frozen vegetables to the pan. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until the vegetables are hot.

 

Step 7.

Finish: Turn off the heat. Add the Bacon and Egg Fried Rice and eggs back to the pan. Add the sesame oil and the green parts of the onions. Toss everything together. Add more soy sauce or salt if needed.

 

Step 8.

Serve: Serve the Bacon and Egg Fried Rice hot. You can add green onions on top.

 

Approximate Macros per serving

v  Calories: 420

v  Carbohydrates: 45 g

v  Protein: 16 g

v  Fat: 18 g

v  Fiber: 2 g

v  Sugar: 2 g

v  Sodium: 890 mg

What to serve with this Bacon and egg fried rice?

 

This is a meal, but it is great with sides too. You can serve it with a cucumber salad to cut the richness. Adding sriracha or chili crisp on top adds heat. You can also serve it with miso soup or egg drop soup to make it feel like a restaurant meal. For breakfast, you can add a fried egg on top.

 

Tips and Variations

o   Day- rice is best: Fresh hot rice makes mushy Bacon and Egg Fried Rice. If you only have rice, spread it on a tray and chill it for 20 minutes.

o   High heat: Do not be scared of high heat. That is how you get the flavor.

o   Vegetables: You can add bell pepper, corn, edamame, or leftover roasted vegetables to the Bacon and egg fried rice.

o   Protein: You can use ham, sausage, or Spam instead of Bacon and egg fried rice. You can also add shrimp in the last 2 minutes.

o   Spicy: You can add chili flakes with the garlic. Finish with sriracha.

 

Substitutes Note

o   No Bacon and Egg Fried Rice: You can use 2 tablespoons of oil and 1 teaspoon of Bacon and egg fried rice bits or diced ham. Turkey Bacon and egg fried rice works too.

o   No soy sauce: You can use tamari for gluten-free or coconut aminos.

o   No sesame oil: You can skip it. Use a little toasted sesame oil at the end. Do not cook with it.

o   No eggs: You can add tofu cubes. Just skip the eggs. It is still good.

o   Brown rice: It works great. It is nuttier. Adds fiber.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use rice?

You can. It is mushy. Day-old cold rice fries are better because they are drier.

 

2. Why is my Bacon and egg fried rice soggy?

The pan was not hot enough. You added too much sauce. Use heat and do not over-sauce.

 

3. Can I freeze it?

Yes! Freeze it in portions. Reheat it in a pan to get it crispy again.

 

4. How do I make it healthier?

You can use turkey Bacon and egg fried rice, add vegetables, and use low-sodium soy sauce.

 

5. Can I make it without eggs?

Yes. It is still delicious. You can add Bacon and egg fried rice or tofu for protein.

 

6. What is the secret to restaurant-style Bacon and egg fried rice?

Cold rice + hot pan + not stirring much. Let it sit to get crispy.

 

This Bacon and Egg Fried Rice proves that leftover food can be the meal of the week. It is crispy, savory, and done in 20 minutes.