Savory Bacon Ssamjang Fried Rice: An Ultra-Simple One-Bowl Meal

How to Make Bacon Ssamjang Fried Rice: Super Easy Cooking!

Savory Bacon Ssamjang Fried Rice: An Ultra-Simple One-Bowl Meal

An incredibly simple bacon fried rice that’s perfect for a solo meal. This dish offers a delightful blend of savory ssamjang and crispy bacon, making it a satisfying and flavorful option.

Recipe Info

  • Category : Rice / Porridge / Rice cake
  • Ingredient Category : Processed foods
  • Occasion : Everyday
  • Cooking : Stir-fry
  • Servings : 2 servings
  • Difficulty : Anyone

Main Ingredients

  • 2 shiitake mushrooms
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 4 strips bacon
  • 2 bowls cooked rice (warm)
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil

Seasoning

  • 1 tbsp ssamjang (Korean fermented soybean paste)
  • Pinch of black pepper (to taste)

Cooking Instructions

Step 1

First, prepare your aromatics and main ingredients. Thinly slice the garlic cloves and shiitake mushrooms. Cut the bacon into bite-sized pieces, about 1cm wide, so they integrate well when stir-frying.

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Step 2

Now, let’s start building the flavor base! Heat your pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the sliced garlic. Stir-fry gently, being careful not to burn it, to release its fragrant aroma.

Step 2

Step 3

As soon as you can smell the delicious garlic fragrance, it’s time to add the bacon. Add the chopped bacon to the pan and stir-fry over medium heat until it’s golden brown and slightly crispy. The bacon will render its own fat, adding wonderful flavor.

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Step 4

Once the bacon is nicely cooked, add the sliced shiitake mushrooms. Continue to stir-fry until the mushrooms soften and shrink slightly. This will infuse the dish with their unique chewy texture and earthy taste, complementing the bacon beautifully.

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Step 5

With all the ingredients stir-fried to perfection, add the 2 bowls of warm cooked rice. Use your spatula to gently break up any clumps of rice and stir-fry, ensuring that each grain is coated with the flavors of the other ingredients. Evenly mixing is key!

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Step 6

Finally, it’s time to season and bring all the flavors together! Add 1 tablespoon of ssamjang and a pinch of black pepper, adjusting the seasoning to your preference. The savory and robust taste of ssamjang, combined with the subtle spice of pepper, will create an amazing fried rice. Stir-fry everything thoroughly to combine, and your delicious Bacon Ssamjang Fried Rice is ready to be enjoyed!

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