Description
Breakfast Fried Rice is a savory and satisfying morning meal made with fluffy rice, scrambled eggs, crispy bacon or sausage, and vegetables, all stir-fried together for a quick and hearty breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rice (day-old preferred)
- 3 large eggs
- 4 slices bacon, chopped (or breakfast sausage)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: sliced green onions
- Optional: shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and cook bacon until crispy; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter or oil and sauté onion and bell pepper until softened.
- Push vegetables to one side, crack eggs into the pan, and scramble until just set.
- Add cooked rice to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Stir in soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooked bacon back to the pan and mix well.
- Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is heated through and slightly crispy.
- Garnish with green onions and cheese if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Day-old rice works best for fried rice texture.
- Swap bacon for sausage or ham if preferred.
- Add vegetables like peas or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Serve with hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: American