Chinese Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Chinese Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. raw bacon, diced; 2 c. long grain or parboiled rice; 1 c. coarsely chopped onion; 1 tsp. salt; 1 (6 oz.) can sliced, broiled mushrooms, undrained; 2 c. diced, cooked pork; 2 (12 oz.) cans chicken broth or 3 chicken bouillon cubes, dissolved in 3 c. boiling water; 1 (16 oz.) can bean sprouts, drained; 1/2 tsp. garlic salt; 1/2 c. slivered almonds

Servings: persons

1
Cook bacon until crisp in a large, heavy skillet or a Dutch oven with tight-fitting cover over moderately high heat (about 325u00b0).
2
Remove bacon bits and all but 1/3 cup bacon fat.
3
Add raw rice and cook over moderate heat (about 250u00b0), stirring constantly, until rice is golden brown.
4
Add onion and cook 1 minute.
5
Add the cooked bacon and remaining ingredients except almonds.
6
Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat to low (about 200u00b0) and cover tightly.
7
Simmer 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
8
Sprinkle with almonds.

1316

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. raw bacon, diced, 2 c. long grain or parboiled rice, 1 c. coarsely chopped onion, 1 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Chinese Fried Rice falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chinese Fried Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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