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Classic Fried Rice

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"Here's the perfect way to use leftover rice--fried rice with bacon makes a quick weeknight meal, and it's ready in just minutes." — Kikkoman

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Original recipe makes 6 servings Change Servings

6 strips bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 egg, beaten
8 green onions and tops, sliced

4 cups cold, cooked rice
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons Kikkoman Soy Sauce

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Directions

Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Move bacon to the side of the pan; add egg and scramble. Move egg over and add green onions to the skillet; saute for about a minute. Stir in the rice, add garlic and soy sauce. Toss until mixture is well blended and heated through.

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Not sure how classic bacon is in classic fried rice, but I don’t care. This was gooood. It smelled good (isn’t it amazing how everyone thinks you’re cooking something incredible in your kitchen when all you’re cooking is bacon?) and it tasted even better. I followed the recipe as written (there are infinite variations you could try) except for cooking the egg separately, like a crepe, then rolling it up like a cigar and slicing it, chiffonade-style, for a more authentic presentation. This is so delicious I’d be happy to eat it all by itself, but I served it with Asian Grilled Chicken, and Easy Bok Choy, recipes also from this site.

—naples34102

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Oct 12, 2012

Didn't love it, but still ate it. I've never had fried rice with bacon before... it just seemed not right to me.

—Minnesota_Girl

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67 Ratings

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Apr 19, 2011

very tasty, family really enjoyed it. Love all the garlic, might add more (we like a lot of garlic). You can do a lot with this recipe (adding chicken, pork, vegetables) great way to use up left over rice.. My Husband went back for seconds and said make this again, (rarely ever said)

—cajunlady

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Jul 24, 2011

This was a real hit, but I made changes: Added a few more bacon strips and another egg;didn't have the green onions, so substituted with a regular onion and 1/2 green pepper; added chopped fresh mushrooms, and sprinkled with some Adobo seasoning at the end. This was heavy on the grease, so after cooking each item (bacon, eggs, veggies) I drained the grease on paper towels. This got raves, and fed a lot of people!

—MeloraLee

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Feb 13, 2012

Better than most take-out places! I never thought I could make fried rice at home! This is seriously good! This is good for a side dish OR add chicken/shrimp/steak and you've got a meal! Thanks! I think this is my FAVORITE recipe on this site!

—JennHardy

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Apr 22, 2011

Delicious, fast, and easy. Possibilities are endless with what you can add to it.

—C_WHITES_

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Jan 24, 2012

GREAT! I had been wasting 99cents a pack for "fried rice" seasoning only to figure out it's dehydrated soy sauce! duh! wow.... We love fried rice and this was the BEST ever one i've ever made! The bacon made it "special"!! I cooked the bacon, then cooked the chicken in the bacon grease then cooked the eggs in the remaining bacon grease. YUM! i made a ton of it and just added seasoning (soy sauce) to taste. it's so much easier than i ever realized! will make this recipe forever more!

—Kennedy Family

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Jun 13, 2011

We liked this, but thought it could use another egg & a bit more soy sauce. Still great, thanks for the recipe!

—JARRIE

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Nutrition

Calories
213 kcal
11%

Carbohydrates
31.8 g
10%

Cholesterol
46 mg
15%

Fat
5.1 g
8%

Fiber
1 g
4%

Protein
8.8 g
18%

Sodium
692 mg
28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Classic Fried Rice

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 213
Calories from Fat: 46

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.1g 8 %
Saturated Fat 1.6g 8 %
Cholesterol 46mg 15 %
Sodium 692mg 28 %
** Potassium 162mg 5 %
Total Carbohydrates 31.8g 10 %
Dietary Fiber 1g 4 %
Protein 8.8g 18 %
Sugars 0.6g
Vitamin A 5 %
Vitamin C 7 %
Calcium 4 %
Iron 19 %
** Thiamin 26 %
** Niacin 31 %
** Vitamin B6 11 %
** Magnesium 8 %
** Folate 43 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.