Pancetta Fried Rice with Fried Egg
Transform leftover rice into a gourmet meal in 20 minutes! This easy pancetta fried rice is packed with crispy pork, veggies, and topped with a runny egg for the ultimate savory comfort food.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian Fusion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 4 ounces pancetta diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 carrots peeled and grated
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 3 cups cooked jasmine or long grain rice preferably day old and cold
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce use tamari for gluten free
- 3 green onions thinly sliced, divided
- 4 large eggs
- Sriracha hot sauce for serving
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large wok or skillet over medium high heat. Add the diced pancetta. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the frozen corn, peas, and grated carrot. Cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
Add the grated ginger and stir for 30 seconds.
Increase heat to high. Add the cold rice and soy sauce to the pan. Break up any clumps and toss constantly for 2-3 minutes until the rice is hot and coated.
Remove from heat. Stir in the crispy pancetta and most of the sliced green onions (save some for garnish).
While the rice rests, fry the eggs to your liking in a separate pan with the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil.
Divide the fried rice among bowls. Top each with a fried egg. Garnish with remaining green onions and serve immediately with sriracha on the side.
- Rice Tip: Using day old, cold rice from the fridge is crucial for the best texture.
- Make it Vegetarian: Omit the pancetta. Start with aromatics in oil and add 1 tsp of toasted sesame oil at the end for depth.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet for best texture.