Description
This Ketchup Fried Rice recipe offers a quick and flavorful twist on traditional fried rice by incorporating crispy bacon and a tangy ketchup-soy sauce blend. Ready in just 22 minutes, it's a perfect comforting meal for four, combining simple ingredients into a satisfying dish with a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 strips bacon, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt (optional)
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 6 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, add the diced bacon and cook until crispy. Once done, remove the bacon pieces from the skillet and set aside, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the pan to add flavor for the next steps.
- Sauté the aromatics: Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for about 2 minutes until it softens. Then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. If desired, sprinkle in the salt to enhance the taste.
- Add rice and sauces: Stir in the cooked rice along with ketchup and soy sauce, mixing thoroughly to ensure the rice is evenly coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Combine and cook: Continue cooking the mixture, stirring frequently, until all ingredients are well combined and heated through.
- Finish with peas and bacon: Add the frozen peas to the skillet and cook for an additional minute to warm them. Then return the crispy bacon to the pan and toss everything together. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- Using day-old cooked rice helps achieve better texture and prevents mushiness.
- Feel free to add vegetables like diced carrots or bell peppers for extra nutrition and color.
- Adjust the amount of ketchup and soy sauce based on your taste preference, adding more for a tangier or saltier flavor.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute bacon with smoked tofu or mushrooms and use vegetarian soy sauce.
