Breakfast Fried Rice Recipe

Steam curls up from the valve and your stomach starts talking back. That hiss from the pressure cooker valve means the tender pull is just moments away. You catch a whiff of that broth depth and it kinda pulls you right into the kitchen.

You might think fried rice ain’t something you cook fast, but with the pressure cooker, it works real good. The slow release makes the rice fluffy but still holds together for that perfect stir fry. You spot the start of something great while you wait, maybe prepping the eggs or slicing green onions.

When the valve finally stops its whistle, you know the natural release gave everything time to soak in those flavors. You recall the sizzle of garlic and bacon fat blending perfectly. Breakfast just got a whole lot better with this kinda easy and hearty fried rice.

The Truth About Fast Tender Results

• Pressure cooking locks in moisture so rice cooks super tender in no time.
• Slow release lets the flavors settle in deep without turning mushy.
• Frying rice after pressure cooking keeps it from getting soggy. For an alternative method, check our Garlic Chicken Fried Rice Recipe that’s just as fast and flavorful.
• Heat control in your pan is key, so you get crisp bits and soft grains.
• Natural release helps the rice finish off gently, perfect for breakfast dishes.

Your Simple Ingredient Checklist

This recipe’s got a few staples you probably got hanging out in your fridge and pantry. Spring onions give it a fresh zip, and regular cut bacon adds that salty, crispy bit you remember loving. You need garlic chopped up, plus brown sugar to balance all the flavors.

Don’t forget the crushed chili flakes to bring some heat, but you can adjust that depending on your spice love. Sea salt is a must for seasoning. Of course, use day-old jasmine rice for the best texture after pressure cooking. Soy sauce brings in the umami punch.

Drizzle with some sesame oil for that nutty aroma. Roasted peanuts on top gives a nice crunch. Then for the eggs, you need more garlic, chili flakes, salt, and pepper to get that chili garlic fried egg just right.

• 4 spring onions, about ½ cup sliced
• 120–150 g regular cut bacon, about 4 slices
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon crushed chili flakes (adjust to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• 300 g cooked day old jasmine rice (1 ½–2 cups)
• 2 tablespoon soy sauce (more if you want)
• 2 teaspoon sesame oil to drizzle
• Roasted peanuts to top
• 1 garlic clove minced (for eggs)
• 1 teaspoon crushed chili flakes (for eggs)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 eggs

Walking Through Every Single Move

First, heat up a big skillet or wok over medium heat. Throw in your bacon slices and let them get crisp and golden. When they’re done, take them out but keep that bacon fat in the pan because that’s gonna flavor your rice.

Next, toss in the minced garlic and cook it just about thirty seconds till it smells like it’s gonna make your mouth water. Then add your sliced spring onions and cook for a minute or two just so they soften up a bit.

Sprinkle in the brown sugar, crushed chili flakes, and sea salt. Stir them around, let everything cook together for another minute so those flavors meld into one. Then add the day-old rice, breaking up any clumps and mixing it all thoroughly.

Pour in the soy sauce plus a splash of water to loosen the mix. Stir fry everything for a few minutes till it’s heated through real good. Drizzle sesame oil over the top then add back your crispy bacon pieces. Mix it well so each bite gets some bacon.

Now for the eggs. In a separate pan, fry your eggs with a spoon of that chili garlic sauce until the whites turn crispy and the yolks stay all runny. This is the kinda egg that makes the whole breakfast separate awesome.

Serve it hot, topped with those chili garlic fried eggs and extra spring onions if you want. You’re set for a breakfast that hits all the right notes.

Quick Tricks That Save Your Time

If you’re short on time in the morning, here’s a few hacks that’ll help you out. Use leftover rice from the night before that’s been in the fridge. It’s just better for fried rice texture anyway.

Prep your garlic and spring onions the day before and store in small containers so you can just dump them in your pan when cooking. Keeps it breezy in the morning rush.

And bacon crisp up real fast in the pan once it’s hot already. You can even cook extra and keep it in the fridge to add to breakfast any day. Y’all gotta try these.

That First Bite Moment

The first spoonful kinda hits you smooth but spicy. That chili flakes in the egg layer a warm kick across your tongue. You notice the silky yolk that runs into the rice and mixes up perfect with the salty bacon.

The softness of the jasmine rice with the crispy bits of bacon and spring onions gives a good textural contrast. Garlic and soy bring out a deep umami that makes you wanna take another bite right away.

Peanuts on top add a surprise crunch that kinda wakes up your senses more. The sesame oil drizzle leaves a nice nutty finish that keeps everything bright.

This breakfast feels like it’s made just for slow mornings when you got time to savor every bite. You remember the little things that make fried rice so satisfying first thing.

Keeping Leftovers Fresh and Ready

If you got some leftover fried rice, store it right so it’s still tasty next day. First, put it in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge. This helps keep it fresh for a couple days without drying out.

If you wanna freeze some, pack it in freezer-safe bags or containers. When you’re ready, thaw in the fridge overnight then reheat in a skillet or microwave till it’s hot.

To reheat and get close to fresh texture, sprinkle a tiny bit of water on the rice then cover it so steam helps bring back some moisture. Avoid over heating or it gets mushy. That way, your leftovers still feel like breakfast heaven.

Common Questions and Real Answers

• Q Does the type of rice really matter?
  A Yeah, jasmine rice works best ‘cause it’s fluffy but doesn’t clump too much after pressure cooking.
• Q Can I use precooked frozen rice?
  A Sure thing, just thaw it fully before adding, so it heats evenly. Frozen rice sometimes can be dry so keep that in mind.
• Q What if I want it less spicy?
  A Cut back on chili flakes or skip the chili garlic on your eggs. You still get a good savory flavor without all the heat.
• Q How long do I do the natural release?
  A Usually about 10 minutes so rice finishes steaming and soaks up all those flavors nicely.
• Q Can I swap bacon for something else?
  A Totally. Try sausage, ham, or even a veggie option like mushrooms for a different twist.
• Q What’s the best way to get crispy edges on my rice?
  A Pressure cook first, then high heat frying in a hot pan with a bit of oil gives you those coveted crisp bits.

Breakfast Fried Rice (With Chili Garlic Fried Egg)

A hearty and flavorful breakfast fried rice made with bacon, spring onions, jasmine rice, and topped with a crispy chili garlic fried egg. Quick, easy, and perfect for brunch or dinner too!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 2 people

Course: Soup

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 869

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 4 Spring onions about ½ cup sliced
• 150 g Regular cut bacon about 4 slices
• 2 Garlic cloves minced
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Crushed chili flakes adjust to taste
• 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
• 300 g Cooked day old jasmine rice 1 ½–2 cups
• 2 tablespoon Soy sauce more if needed
• 2 teaspoon Sesame oil to drizzle
• Roasted peanuts to top
• 1 Garlic clove minced (for eggs)
• 1 teaspoon Crushed chili flakes for eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 Eggs

Equipment

• 1 Skillet Large non-stick pan for cooking

Method

 

Instructions

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until crisp. Remove bacon but keep the fat in the pan.
2. Add minced garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add sliced spring onions and cook another minute to soften.
4. Stir in brown sugar, chili flakes, and sea salt. Cook for another minute.
5. Add jasmine rice and soy sauce. Break up clumps and mix thoroughly.
6. Add splash of water to loosen mixture and stir fry until heated through.
7. Drizzle with sesame oil and fold in crispy bacon. Toss to combine evenly.
8. In separate pan, fry eggs with garlic and chili flakes until whites are crispy and yolk still runny.
9. Serve hot fried rice topped with chili garlic eggs and roasted peanuts.

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture. Adjust chili flakes and soy sauce to personal taste. Optional toppings: extra spring onions or chili paste for added heat.