Bacon Fried Rice (Printable Recipe)

Savory fried rice with bacon, eggs, and veggies in a smoky soy-oyster blend.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
02 - 1/2 large onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
05 - 4 cups cooked long-grain rice, chilled
06 - 3 large eggs, beaten
07 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
09 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
10 - Salt and pepper, to taste
11 - 2 green onions, chopped

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Place chopped bacon in a cold skillet over medium heat. Cook until crispy, then remove and set aside, reserving rendered fat.
02 - In the same skillet, cook diced onion in the bacon fat for 3 to 5 minutes until translucent.
03 - Add minced garlic and frozen peas and carrots to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables are tender.
04 - Stir in the chilled rice and cook for 2 to 4 minutes, breaking up clumps and allowing rice to heat through.
05 - Push rice mixture to one side of the pan. Pour beaten eggs into the empty space and scramble until fully cooked.
06 - Raise heat to high. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and cooked bacon. Stir well to combine evenly.
07 - Season with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Use day-old rice for best texture and easier separation when stir-frying.
02 - Cooking bacon from a cold skillet ensures even rendering and maximum crispiness.
03 - High heat helps to crisp the rice and prevents steaming.
04 - Adjust sauce quantities gradually to suit taste and prevent overpowering the dish.