Quick fried rice turns simple ingredients into a satisfying meal in minutes. Bacon and mushrooms bring deep savory notes, while sweet peas and fresh ginger add brightness to the bowl. Using leftover or pouch basmati rice keeps the process fast and straightforward. It is a perfect weeknight dinner when you need something comforting but short on time. A quick splash of sweetened dark soy sauce ties everything together with a rich, glossy finish.
Cook
1 min
Total
10 min
Ingredients
2 tsp oil
1 egg, beaten
2 rashers bacon, chopped
175g/6oz mushrooms, sliced
200g/8oz frozen peas
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 tsp dark soy sauce, plus extra to serve (optional)
1 tsp sugar
250g/9oz cooked basmati rice (leftover or from a pouch)
Instructions
1Warm the oil in a frying pan over medium heat and pour in the beaten egg. Let it cook undisturbed for 30 to 60 seconds, swirling the pan occasionally until set. Remove the cooked egg from the pan and slice it thinly.
2Place the chopped bacon and sliced mushrooms into the hot pan. Fry the mixture for about 3 minutes until everything turns golden brown. Stir in the frozen peas, crushed garlic, and grated ginger, cooking for one more minute.
3Combine the dark soy sauce and sugar in a small bowl. Increase the heat to high and add the cooked basmati rice to the pan. Toss well to heat the rice completely, then pour in the sweetened soy mixture. Fold in the sliced egg and serve immediately.