Best 5 Bacon Fried Broccoli Rice Recipes

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**Bacon Fried Broccoli Rice: A Healthy and Flavorful Twist on a Classic Dish**

Broccoli rice is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional white rice, and when combined with bacon, it becomes an even more irresistible dish. This recipe for Bacon Fried Broccoli Rice is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. The broccoli rice is stir-fried with bacon, garlic, and ginger, then seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil. The result is a flavorful and nutritious dish that is sure to please the whole family.

In addition to the classic Bacon Fried Broccoli Rice recipe, the article also includes variations for those with different dietary restrictions or preferences. For a vegetarian version, simply omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce. And for a low-carb version, use cauliflower rice instead of broccoli rice.

No matter how you choose to make it, Bacon Fried Broccoli Rice is a delicious and healthy meal that is sure to become a favorite. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!

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CRISPY RICE WITH BROCCOLI, BACON, CASHEWS AND EGG



Crispy Rice with Broccoli, Bacon, Cashews and Egg image

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup oil
6 ounces any bacon or lunch meat, chopped (I'm using bacon)
1 cup broccoli and friends, such as cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, broccoli rabe or fennel (I'm using broccoli florets)
2 cloves garlic, sliced
1 cup toasted nuts, chopped (I'm using cashews)
2 tablespoons vinegar or citrus juice (I'm using rice wine vinegar)
3 cups cooked rice or rice pilaf (see Cook's Note)
4 eggs, whisked
Optional toppers: fresh cilantro leaves, lime wedges, chopped jalapenos and soy sauce

Steps:

  • Heat a large saute pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of the oil. Add the bacon and cook until almost crispy. Add the broccoli and saute until starting to turn bright green and soften, about 2 minutes. (Other vegetables may take a little longer.) Add the garlic and nuts and cook an additional 2 minutes. Add the vinegar and toss together. Transfer the broccoli mixture to a large bowl.
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the pan and raise the heat to high. Add the rice and let cook until crisp, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook until crisp on the other side, about 2 minutes more. Stir in the broccoli mixture. Stir in the eggs and cook for 1 more minute. Serve the crispy rice garnished with your favorite toppers on hand.

BACON AND BROCCOLI RICE BOWL



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups white rice (preferably short-grain or sushi rice)
6 slices bacon, chopped
1 head broccoli, florets cut into pieces, stems peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
4 large eggs
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 scallions, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapenos

Steps:

  • Place the rice in a medium saucepan with 2 1/2 cups water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then cover, reduce the heat to medium and simmer until most of the water has been absorbed, about 6 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and cook 12 more minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, until ready to serve. Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Pour out all but about 1 tablespoon of the bacon drippings from the pan and increase the heat to medium high. Add the broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, until charred in spots. Add 3/4 cup water and simmer until the broccoli is crisp-tender and only a few tablespoons of water remain, about 3 minutes. Stir in the soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil. Divide the rice and broccoli among bowls and drizzle with the pan juices. Heat the remaining 1 teaspoon sesame oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Crack the eggs into the skillet, season with salt and fry as desired. Place an egg in each bowl and top with the bacon, cilantro, scallions and pickled jalapenos.

EASY BACON FRIED RICE



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This is a fried rice recipe that I luckily created from practically threadbare cabinets one evening. It's the epitome of comfort food and is a breeze to make. The green beans really complement the flavors but feel free to use any veggie you have on hand. Enjoy!

Provided by Christi Checca

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup frozen French-cut green beans, thawed
½ onion, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 egg, beaten
3 cups cold cooked rice
1 tablespoon soy sauce, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until just beginning to brown, about 7 minutes. Drain all but 1 to 2 teaspoons of bacon grease from the skillet. Add green beans, onion, and garlic; saute until bacon is crisp and green beans and onions are softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Push bacon mixture to one side of the skillet; heat sesame oil on the empty side, about 30 seconds. Pour in egg; cook until just set, about 1 minute. Stir into bacon mixture to combine. Mix in rice. Stir in soy sauce, a tablespoon at a time, until rice is evenly coated. Cook until rice is heated through, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.7 g, Cholesterol 58.3 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 493.3 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC, BACON & PARMESAN



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My approach to this broccoli is to cook it slowly in the seasonings so the garlic blends with smoky bacon. A few simple ingredients make ordinary broccoli irresistible. -Erin Chilcoat, Central Islip, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon salt
2 bunches broccoli (about 3 pounds), stems removed, cut into florets
6 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 to 8 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a 6-qt. stockpot two-thirds full with water; add salt and bring to a boil over high heat. In batches, add broccoli and cook until broccoli turns bright green, 2-3 minutes; remove with a slotted spoon., In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon in pan., Add oil to drippings; heat over medium heat. Add garlic and pepper flakes; cook and stir until garlic is fragrant, 2-3 minutes (do not allow to brown). Add broccoli; cook until broccoli is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in bacon; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRISPY FRIED RICE WITH BACON AND CABBAGE



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This easy, hearty weeknight meal gets a lot of its brawny richness from just a small amount of bacon. The soft, wilted cabbage lends sweetness, while the kimchi (a nod toward bokkeumbap) zips things up. The secret to getting a crackling, crunchy texture is letting the rice sit in the hot oil without touching it until it browns, but using leftover rice also helps. (As the rice dries out, it crisps more easily.) If you're starting from scratch, just cook 2 cups of dry rice to yield the 6 cups of cooked rice called for here. Then spread the rice out on a baking sheet and let it cool and dehydrate a bit before frying. Be sure to have everything ready and near the stove when before you start. The cooking goes fast, and there won't be any time to prepare ingredients once you get going.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     weekday, grains and rice, main course

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 tablespoons neutral oil, such as grapeseed or sunflower, plus more as needed
3 slices thick-cut bacon, in 1/2-inch pieces (about 3 ounces)
1 small bunch scallions, whites and greens separated, sliced
4 cups shredded cabbage (from about 1/2 small head)
Salt
4 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups cooked rice, white or brown, preferably day-old
2 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce, plus more as needed
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, plus more as needed
1/2 cup kimchi, drained and chopped, plus more for serving if you like
1/2 cup green peas (thawed, if frozen)
4 fried eggs, for serving (optional)
Toasted sesame oil, for drizzling (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high, heat 2 tablespoons oil until almost smoking. Stir in bacon, and cook, stirring constantly, until bacon is golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a heatproof bowl, leaving as much oil in the skillet as you can.
  • Add scallion whites to the pan. Cook until soft, stirring frequently, 1 to 2 minutes. If the pan looks dry, drizzle in a little more oil, then stir in cabbage and a pinch of salt. Cook, continuing to stir frequently, until cabbage is soft, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in garlic, and cook until fragrant, another 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the bacon.
  • Add remaining 3 tablespoons oil to skillet and raise heat to high. Add rice, and a large pinch of salt, then toss thoroughly to coat with oil. Spread out rice in an even layer along the bottom (and sides if in a wok), and drizzle fish sauce and soy sauce over. Let rice sit until sizzling stops and it starts to crackle and crisp, 1 to 4 minutes. Toss, taste, and add more fish sauce or soy sauce if necessary.
  • Fold in bacon mixture, kimchi and peas, then transfer to plates. Top with scallion greens, more kimchi to taste, and fried eggs, if using. Drizzle everything with sesame oil and soy sauce, if you like, and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, vibrant broccoli: The better the broccoli, the better the dish.
  • Don't overcook the broccoli: It should still have a slight crunch to it.
  • Use high-quality bacon: The flavor of the bacon will come through in the dish, so make sure to use a good quality brand.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables: Other vegetables that would work well in this dish include bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas.
  • Make it a one-pan meal: Add some cooked chicken or shrimp to the dish, and you'll have a complete meal in one pan.

Conclusion:

Bacon fried broccoli rice is a quick, easy, and delicious way to get your veggies. It's perfect for a weeknight meal, and it's also a great way to use up leftover rice. Give it a try tonight, and you won't be disappointed!

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