Name: Bacon Fried Rice
Prep time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: Makes 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients: 4 large eggs, beaten; 3 tablespoons soy sauce, or to taste; 1 tablespoon finely minced ginger (from a 1-inch piece); 1 cup frozen peas; 1½ tablespoons minced garlic (from 3 large cloves); 6 slices bacon (about ½ pound), diced; ½ large yellow onion, thinly sliced; 4 green onions, thinly sliced, plus more for topping; 1 carrot, thinly sliced or ribboned using a vegetable peeler, for topping; 2 cups brown jasmine rice*; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; ½ teaspoon sriracha, or to taste

Preparation info

Makes
4 to 6
servings

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
1 hr 30

Appears in

Breakfast for Dinner

By Lindsay Landis and Taylor Hackbarth

Published 2013

About

Fried rice is one of those side dishes that never gets the credit it deserves. We think it’s time it took center stage. Tossed with smoky bacon, scrambled eggs, and green peas, it’s a sure crowd-pleaser. Chopsticks optional.

Ingredients

2 cups brown jasmine rice*
6 slices bacon (about ½

Method

In a saucepan over medium-high heat, bring rice and 3 cups water to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until rice is just tender but still has a slight bite; drain any remaining water. Fluff with a fork. Cover and let cool for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight.
In a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high he