Best 2 Easy Bacon Fried Rice Recipes

**Fried rice is a popular dish made with rice, vegetables, and meat or seafood.** It is often served as a main course or as a side dish. This article provides three easy recipes for bacon fried rice, each with its own unique flavor. The first recipe is a classic bacon fried rice made with rice, eggs, bacon, and vegetables. The second recipe is a spicy bacon fried rice made with rice, eggs, bacon, vegetables, and a spicy sauce. The third recipe is a vegetarian bacon fried rice made with rice, eggs, vegetables, and tempeh bacon. All three recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.

**The classic bacon fried rice is a simple but delicious dish that is sure to please everyone.** The rice is cooked until fluffy, then stir-fried with eggs, bacon, and vegetables. The eggs add a rich flavor and texture to the dish, while the bacon adds a smoky flavor. The vegetables provide a variety of flavors and textures, and can be customized to your liking.

**The spicy bacon fried rice is a great option for those who like a little heat in their food.** The rice is cooked until fluffy, then stir-fried with eggs, bacon, vegetables, and a spicy sauce. The spicy sauce can be made with a variety of chili peppers, depending on your desired heat level. The vegetables provide a variety of flavors and textures, and can be customized to your liking.

**The vegetarian bacon fried rice is a great option for those who do not eat meat or seafood.** The rice is cooked until fluffy, then stir-fried with eggs, vegetables, and tempeh bacon. Tempeh bacon is a plant-based bacon made from soybeans. It has a smoky flavor and texture that is similar to bacon, but it is lower in fat and calories. The vegetables provide a variety of flavors and textures, and can be customized to your liking.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

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

Ingredients

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

EASY AND FAST BACON FRIED RICE

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This recipe came from a family friend and has been a "go to" weeknight meal since my husband and I were first married. Now our kids love it! I usually serve this with some fresh fruit and muffins.

Provided by jillcomeau

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 cups cooked white rice, cold
1 bunch green onion, sliced thinly
6 slices thick bacon, cut into bite sized pieces
2 eggs, lightly beaten
soy sauce

Steps:

In a large wok or high sided skillet, cook bacon over medium high heat until done.
Remove bacon from pan with a slotted spoon and set aside to drain on paper towels.
Add green onion to bacon grease and cook until tender and slightly translucent.
Add rice to pan and cook until rice is very lightly brown and cooked throughout.
Push rice to the sides and add egg into center of pan.
Quickly scramble cook eggs.
Push rice back into center of pan and mix all thoroughly.
Season with soy sauce to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.9, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 128.9, Sodium 323, Carbohydrate 55.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 0.9, Protein 12.1

Tips:

For the best results, use day-old rice. Freshly cooked rice will be too moist and sticky.
If you don't have bacon, you can substitute diced ham, sausage, or chicken.
Add your favorite vegetables to the fried rice. Some good options include peas, carrots, broccoli, and green onions.
Season the fried rice with soy sauce, fish sauce, and oyster sauce. You can also add a bit of garlic powder, ginger powder, or chili flakes.
To make sure the rice is evenly cooked, stir it constantly while it's in the pan.
Serve the fried rice immediately, or store it in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Bacon fried rice is a quick, easy, and delicious meal. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend brunch. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a restaurant-quality fried rice at home.