Beggars Fried Rice Recipes

EGG-FRIED RICE

Steps:

• Cook the rice following pack instructions, then drain, spread it out to steam-dry and set aside.
• Heat 2 tbsp of the oil in a large wok over a high heat, then add the onion and fry until lightly browned, around 5 mins. Add the rice, stir and toast for about 3 mins, then move to the side of the pan.
• Add the remaining oil, then tip in the egg mixture. Leave to cook a little, then mix in with the rice - stir vigorously to coat the grains or, if you prefer the egg chunkier, allow to set for a little longer before breaking up and stirring through. Tip into a serving bowl and scatter over the spring onion to serve.

EASY FRIED RICE

Steps:

• Combine eggs and salt. In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, scramble eggs in 1 teaspoon oil, breaking into small pieces. Remove from skillet and set aside. , Add remaining 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons oil to skillet. Stir-fry rice over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Add vegetables, onions and garlic; stir-fry for 5 minutes. Add chicken; stir-fry until heated through, 3-5 minutes. Combine soy sauce, broth, pepper and ginger. Add to rice; stir to coat. Add bacon and eggs; heat through.

BEGGAR'S FRIED RICE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, beat together the eggs, soy sauce and beef bouillon.
• In the same skillet you cooked the bacon, cook the chilled rice in the reserved bacon grease/drippings over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring often.
• Add the egg mixture to the rice in the skillet, cooking and stirring until the eggs are 'set' (like scrambled, but sticking to the rice).
• Add the onions and peas and stir until heated through; Serve garnished with the bacon.
• Suggestions: try the lower sodium bacon or turkey bacon; I don't know if brown rice would work with this, perhaps I'll try it some day!