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Breakfast Fried Rice Recipe

Breakfast Fried Rice Recipe
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A savory and satisfying breakfast fried rice featuring crispy bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs, and a medley of vegetables tossed in soy sauce and sesame oil. Perfect for a hearty morning meal or a quick brunch.

Ingredients

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Protein and Eggs

  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 4 large eggs
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt (for eggs)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper (for eggs)

Vegetables and Rice

  • 1 medium white onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups cold cooked rice
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • ½ cup frozen corn
  • 4 green onions, sliced

Oils and Sauces

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare for Bacon Cooking: Line a plate with paper towels and set aside to drain the cooked bacon.
  2. Cook Bacon: Place chopped bacon in a cold 12-inch skillet or wok. Heat over medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is crisp and the fat has rendered, about 10 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer bacon to the lined plate to drain excess fat.
  3. Beat Eggs: While bacon cooks, crack eggs into a bowl. Season with kosher salt and ground pepper. Lightly beat with a fork until combined.
  4. Scramble Eggs in Bacon Fat: Drain all but 2 tablespoons of bacon fat from skillet. Pour in eggs and swirl to coat the pan bottom. Cook 1-2 minutes until edges begin to set. Using a rubber spatula, gently scrape edges toward center to scramble. Continue cooking and folding eggs 1-2 more times until softly scrambled. Remove eggs and set aside.
  5. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Increase heat to medium-high. Add butter and melt until it foams. Add diced onion and saute until translucent, about 5-6 minutes. Add garlic and cook stirring constantly until fragrant, about 1 more minute.
  6. Fry Rice: Add cold cooked rice to skillet, tossing well with onions and garlic. Spread mixture evenly and let fry undisturbed for 4-5 minutes to develop a slight crust.
  7. Add Soy Sauce and Vegetables: Drizzle soy sauce evenly over rice. Use a wooden spoon to loosen and stir rice, mixing in sauce thoroughly. Add frozen peas and carrots, frozen corn, and toasted sesame oil. Toss frequently until vegetables are defrosted and warmed and the rice is dry and fluffy.
  8. Combine All Ingredients: Remove skillet from heat. Stir in cooked bacon, scrambled eggs, and sliced green onions gently to combine.
  9. Serve: Serve immediately with additional soy sauce if desired for extra flavor.

Notes

  • Use leftover day-old rice for best texture to prevent mushy fried rice.
  • Adjust soy sauce amount to taste for sodium preferences.
  • Substitute bacon with diced ham or cooked sausage for variation.
  • Can be made vegetarian by omitting bacon and using vegetable oil instead of butter and bacon fat.
  • For spicier flavor, add a dash of chili flakes or Sriracha sauce.

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