Turn last night’s dinner into a surprising and savory breakfast with a Leftover Fried Rice Waffle. Crisp rice cooked to perfection in a waffle iron and topped with a fried egg, green onion and sriracha. Yum!
A Surprising Breakfast Winner
Turn last night’s dinner into a delicious breakfast (or lunch!) the next day in a matter of minutes! This easy Leftover Fried Rice Waffle is crisp, hot and savory. Top it with a fried egg, some chopped green onion and a drizzle of sriracha for a flavorful, satisfying meal.
You can use the plain fried rice that comes with your Chinese food. But this fried rice waffle recipe also works great with fried rice with meat in it. It all heats up great in the waffle maker. I make this with chicken and shrimp fried rice all the time.
Definitely one of my favorites!
Just the Basics: How to Fry an Egg
A bright, shiny yellow yolk in a field of cooked white are the hallmarks of a perfect sunny-side-up egg. Done right, the yolk is hot and runny, and the edges of the whites are crisp. Get the basics on how to cook a sunny-side-up egg. It’s the perfect topping to this fried rice waffle!
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch and Dinner
Honestly, I could eat this fried rice waffle any meal of the day. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack time. It’s so good and easy to make. Watch me make it here.
I love waking up and realizing I have leftover fried rice to make this for breakfast or an early lunch. I fry up an egg, heat up the waffle iron and make the most satisfying and filling meal for myself.
Even without the fried egg, this fried rice waffle makes a delicious, crunchy snack. I cut it up in pieces and dip it in peanut sauce or soy sauce and it’s so, so good.
Watch Me Make a Fried Rice Waffle
Step into the kitchen with me to make a Leftover Fried Rice Waffle for breakfast!
A Note About Reheated Rice
It’s important to reheat leftover rice until it’s hot and steaming all the way through. Improperly reheated rice can develop a dangerous bacteria. Do not reheat fried rice more than once.
What Do I Need to Make Leftover Fried Rice Waffles?
- Leftover fried rice
- Large egg, beaten
- Soy sauce
- Fried egg
- Sriracha
- Chopped green onions
- Waffle iron
- Cooking spray
How to Make a Leftover Fried Rice Waffle
- Preheat your waffle iron. I use our round waffle maker and it makes one (6.5-inch wide) waffle.
- In a bowl, stir together the leftover fried rice, beaten egg and soy sauce until well combined.
- Spray the heated waffle iron on both sides so the waffle doesn’t stick. You could also lightly brush the waffle iron with sesame oil.
- Spread the rice mixture evenly on the bottom of the waffle, covering it completely, if possible. This will depend on the size of your waffle maker.
- Close the waffle maker. Let it cook for about 5 minutes or until the rice is browned and of desired crispiness. The rice will pop as it cooks so be careful opening up the waffle maker as rice might pop out.
- Top the rice waffle with a fried egg, a drizzle of sriracha and some chopped green onions for enjoying.
More of My Favorite Asian-Inspired Recipes
- Edamame Hummus: It only takes 5 minutes to blend up this Creamy Edamame Hummus Dip. It makes a deliciously simple and nutritious snack the whole family will love!
- Light and Crispy Baked Wonton Chips: These chips bake up deliciously airy, golden brown and perfectly seasoned. They make the perfect appetizer or snack just ready for dipping in your favorite sauce!
- Fresh Summer Rolls: Crisp vegetables, sweet mango, creamy avocado and an irresistible peanut dipping sauce make these Fresh Summer Rolls your new favorite hot weather appetizer.
- Sake Sangria: These Sake Sangria recipes will take your carry-out sushi night to the next level! Cucumber Ginger Sake Sangria and Red Sake Sangria make a delicious addition to your sushi night in. Kanpai!
- Crispy Asian Brussels Sprouts: Sweet, spicy, savory and oh-so-addicting! These restaurant-quality sprouts are simply amazing.
- Sweet and Spicy Stir Fry: A quick and nutritious stir fry that’s filling and full of flavor.
- Sheet Pan Chicken Fried Rice: Crisp vegetables, tender chicken and loads of crunchy pan fried rice make this my idea of family dinner perfection!
If you make this Leftover Fried Rice Waffle and post a pic to social, be sure to tag me on Instagram @thebakermama so I can see! 😍 I just love seeing how inspired and creative y’all get with the ideas I share. Enjoy!
xoxo,
Leftover Fried Rice Waffle
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 (6-inch) waffle
Description
Turn last night’s dinner into a surprising and savory breakfast with a Leftover Fried Rice Waffle. Crisp rice cooked to perfection in a waffle iron and topped with a fried egg, green onion and sriracha. Yum!
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 cup leftover fried rice
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- Cooking spray for waffle iron
Toppings:
- Fried egg
- Sriracha
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron. I use our round waffle maker and it makes one (6.5-inch wide) waffle.
- In a bowl, stir together the leftover fried rice, beaten egg and soy sauce until well combined.
- Spray the heated waffle iron on both sides so the waffle doesn’t stick.
- Spread the rice mixture evenly on the bottom of the waffle, covering it completely, if possible. This will depend on the size of your waffle maker.
- Close the waffle maker and let it cook for about 5 minutes or until the rice is browned and of desired crispiness. The rice will pop as it cooks so be careful opening up the waffle maker as rice might pop out.
- Top the rice waffle with a fried egg, a drizzle of sriracha and some chopped green onions for enjoying.
sounds good