Description
This Breakfast Fried Rice recipe is a delicious twist on traditional fried rice, perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch. Loaded with savory flavors from bacon, eggs, and vegetables, this dish is quick to make and sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked and chilled rice (white or brown)
- 4 strips bacon or ½ cup diced ham or sausage
Egg Mixture:
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
Veggies and Seasonings:
- ½ cup diced onion
- ½ cup diced bell pepper
- ½ cup frozen peas or spinach
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon or Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon or sausage until browned and crisp. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Veggies: In the same skillet, sauté onion and bell pepper until softened. Push veggies to one side.
- Scramble Eggs: Pour beaten eggs into the empty side of the skillet, scramble until just cooked, then mix with veggies.
- Combine Ingredients: Add rice, cooked bacon or sausage, peas or spinach, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Stir-Fry: Cook for 3–4 minutes until heated through. Sprinkle with green onions and serve warm.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for the best texture.
- Customize with your favorite breakfast meats or top with a fried egg for extra protein.