Dump & Bake Fried Rice

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Are you tired of complicated fried rice recipes? Try this easy “Dump & Bake” Fried Rice! It’s a quick and simple way to make tasty fried rice without all the fuss. You can have a delicious Asian-inspired side dish ready in just 55 minutes with only 5 minutes of prep time.

This recipe is perfect for busy days. You just mix uncooked rice, veggies, and seasonings in a baking dish, top with bacon, and let the oven do the work. The result is fluffy rice with golden bacon that tastes like it came from a wok. It’s so easy, you’ll want to make it again and again!

Exact Ingredients List

Here’s what you’ll need to make this easy “Dump & Bake” Fried Rice:

For the rice:

• 1 1/2 cups uncooked long grain white rice
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 1/2 tablespoons light soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine (or dry sherry, mirin, or sake)
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 1/4 cups chopped uncooked bacon or ham

For finishing:

• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1/2 cup finely sliced green onions

You’ll also need a 9×13 inch baking dish and some aluminum foil. This recipe serves 5-6 people and takes about 5 minutes to prep. The cooking time is around 50 minutes.

Remember, it’s important to stick to these amounts, especially for the rice. This ensures your fried rice turns out perfect every time!

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 390°F (200°C). Get a 9×13 inch baking dish ready.

Mix the rice, stock, soy sauce, cooking wine, garlic, frozen veggies, and white pepper in the dish. Spread it out evenly.

Sprinkle the chopped bacon on top.

Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes.

Take off the foil and bake for another 15 minutes. This will make the bacon turn golden.

Let it rest for 10 minutes with loose foil on top.

Add green onions and sesame oil. Fluff the rice with a fork.

Your dump and bake fried rice is ready to serve! You’ll love how each grain of rice is perfectly cooked.

Tips:

• Use long grain white rice for best results
• Don’t change the amount of rice or liquid
• Fresh veggies work too, but may need extra liquid

Enjoy your easy, tasty fried rice!

Possible Substitutes List

You can easily swap ingredients in this dump and bake fried rice recipe. Here are some tasty options:

• Rice: Try brown rice or jasmine rice instead of long grain white rice
• Veggies: Use any frozen mixed veggies you like
• Protein: Swap bacon for diced ham, chicken, or tofu
• Soy sauce: Use tamari for a gluten-free option
• Cooking wine: Replace with rice vinegar or more stock

For extra flavor, try these add-ins:

• Scrambled eggs (mix in after baking)
• Diced pineapple
• Cashews or peanuts
• Sriracha sauce

Remember to keep the liquid ratio the same if you change the rice type. This helps ensure perfectly cooked grains.

You can also make it vegetarian by using veggie stock and skipping the meat. Add some edamame or extra veggies for protein instead.

How To Make It Diabetes-Friendly

You can make this “Dump & Bake” Fried Rice more diabetes-friendly with a few easy swaps. Try using brown rice instead of white rice. Brown rice has more fiber and a lower glycemic index.

Cut the amount of rice in half and double the veggies. This lowers the carb count while adding more nutrients. Choose non-starchy veggies like broccoli, cauliflower, and bell peppers.

Replace the bacon with lean chicken breast or tofu for less saturated fat. Use less soy sauce or try a low-sodium version to reduce salt.

Skip the Chinese cooking wine to avoid extra sugar. Add more spices like ginger or five-spice powder for flavor without calories.

Here’s a quick breakdown of changes:

• 3/4 cup brown rice
• 4 cups mixed non-starchy veggies
• 6 oz diced chicken breast
• 1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce
• Extra spices: 1 tsp ginger, 1/4 tsp five-spice

Follow the same cooking method, but check the rice after 35 minutes as brown rice may need more time. Remember to talk to your doctor about how these changes fit into your meal plan.

Tips, Tricks & Storing

Use fresh veggies if you have them on hand. They’ll give your rice a brighter flavor and color.

Don’t skip the resting time. It lets the rice soak up any extra liquid and get nice and fluffy.

Try adding some crunch with water chestnuts or cashews. Just toss them in before baking.

You can store leftover rice in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep it in an airtight container to stay fresh.

To reheat, sprinkle a bit of water over the rice and microwave until hot. Or stir-fry it in a pan for a crispy texture.

For meal prep, divide the rice into single servings before storing. It makes grabbing a quick lunch super easy.

Feel free to mix up the protein. Chopped chicken, shrimp, or tofu work great instead of bacon.

Add a fried egg on top when serving for extra protein and a runny yolk that coats the rice.