Simple Cheesy Rice with Bacon
Make Delicious Cheesy Rice with Bacon – A Super Easy Recipe for Solo Living
Enjoy a satisfying meal with this quick and flavorful Cheesy Rice with Bacon! Made with simple ingredients, this dish is a perfect blend of rice, cheese, and crispy bacon that will delight your taste buds.
Main Ingredients- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 strips of bacon, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 5 Tbsp canned corn kernels
- 1 single-serving cooked rice packet (e.g., H-Mart Rice)
- Generous amount of sesame oil (approx. 1 Tbsp)
- Seaweed flakes, to taste
- Shredded mozzarella cheese, to taste
Special Sauce- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Honey (or corn syrup/oligosaccharide), adjust sweetness to your preference
- 2 Tbsp Ketchup
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Honey (or corn syrup/oligosaccharide), adjust sweetness to your preference
- 2 Tbsp Ketchup
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Wash the 1/2 onion, remove the stem and root ends, peel, and then finely dice it. If you prefer a milder onion flavor, you can soak the diced onion in cold water for a few minutes, then drain thoroughly.
Step 2
Cut the 4 strips of bacon into uniform, bite-sized pieces, about 1 to 1.5 cm wide. Try to keep them consistent in size for even cooking. If cut too thin, they might break apart when frying.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the special sauce that will add a delicious flavor to this dish. In a small bowl, add 1 Tbsp of Gochujang.
Step 4
Add 1 Tbsp of honey for a touch of sweetness. You can substitute this with corn syrup or oligosaccharide if preferred. Feel free to adjust the sweetness level to your liking.
Step 5
Measure and add 2 Tbsp of ketchup for a tangy and sweet flavor profile.
Step 6
Using a spoon, stir the three ingredients together until they are well combined and form a smooth sauce. Ensuring there are no lumps is key for a consistent flavor.
Step 7
Place a ttukbaegi (Korean earthenware pot) or a small, sturdy pot over low heat. Using a ttukbaegi ensures even heat distribution, preventing the food from burning and cooking it deliciously.
Step 8
Once the pot is slightly warm, generously drizzle in about 1 Tbsp of sesame oil. The nutty aroma of the sesame oil will wonderfully complement the other ingredients.
Step 9
Add the finely diced onion to the pot with the sesame oil and begin sautéing over medium-low heat.
Step 10
Sauté the onions until they become translucent and release a sweet aroma, making sure they don’t burn. Cooking the onions thoroughly will bring out their natural sweetness and create a softer texture.
Step 11
Once the onions are tender, place the single-serving cooked rice packet (torn open) on top of the sautéed onions. Press down the rice gently with your spoon to mix it with the onions.
Step 12
Evenly distribute the prepared bacon pieces over the rice.
Step 13
Pour all of the special sauce you made over the rice and ingredients.
Step 14
Sprinkle 5 Tbsp of corn kernels over the top. The sweetness from the corn adds another delightful layer of flavor.
Step 15
Now, using your spoon, gently mix everything together – the rice, bacon, sauce, and corn – until well combined. It’s best to mix while maintaining the heat in the pot.
Step 16
Once the rice is somewhat mixed, sprinkle a generous amount of seaweed flakes on top, according to your preference. The umami from the seaweed flakes will enhance the overall taste.
Step 17
Arrange a good portion of shredded mozzarella cheese over the rice. We recommend being generous with the cheese so you don’t miss out on that delicious cheesy pull!
Step 18
Gently mix the rice and cheese again until they are well combined. The cheese will start to melt and blend with the rice.
Step 19
Finally, add another generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese, enough to cover the top of the rice. This will ensure you get that wonderfully stretchy, gooey cheesy rice experience.
Step 20
Cover the ttukbaegi with its lid and cook over very low heat for about 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and the rice is bubbling slightly. Be careful to control the heat so the cheese doesn’t burn.
Step 21
Your delicious Cheesy Rice with Bacon is ready! Be careful as it’s hot, and enjoy your meal!
