bacon pot rice recipe

Casserole Rice with Chinese Bacon: A Step-by-Step Guide

Casserole rice with Chinese bacon (腊肉煲仔饭) is a comforting, flavorful dish with a crispy rice crust. Here’s a simple guide to making it at home.

Ingredients: 1 cup rice, 100g Chinese bacon (diced), 2 cups water, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sugar, chopped scallions, and sesame oil.

Steps:

1. Prep the rice: Rinse rice until water runs clear. Soak in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

2. Cook the bacon: Heat a casserole over medium heat. Add diced bacon and stir-fry until slightly crispy and fat renders.

3. Combine ingredients: Add rice to the casserole, pour in water, and stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Bring to a boil.

4. Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until rice absorbs water.

5. Crispy crust: Uncover, increase heat slightly, and cook for 2–3 minutes until the bottom forms a golden crust.

6. Finish: Drizzle with sesame oil, top with scallions, and serve hot.

Tips: Use a heavy-bottomed casserole for even heat. Rest for 5 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Enjoy the perfect balance of tender rice, savory bacon, and crispy crust!