Broccoli with rice and caramelized bacon

Ingredients:

• 100 g bacon, thinly sliced ​​into thin strips
• 1 peeled 5 cm ginger root, chopped
• 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 3/4 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tsp plus 1/4 tsp soy sauce
• 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1/4 - 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 head of broccoli, finely chopped
• 5 cups boiled polished long-grain rice
• 1/4 cup lightly salted chicken broth
• 4 large eggs
• 1 bunch watercress, cut off the stems
• Mustard or hot chili sauce, for serving (optional)

Preparation:

1. Caramelize bacon: Heat a deep frying pan over high heat, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil, add the bacon, and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar, add 1/4 teaspoon of soy sauce, stir until foamy, then cook for another 30 seconds.
   
   Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon to drain off any excess fat.
2. Fry the vegetables: Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until flavorful, about 30 seconds.
   
   Add broccoli and cook until crisp, 2 to 3 minutes.
   
   Add rice, remaining 2 teaspoons soy sauce, chicken broth, and caramelized bacon; stir. Use a spatula to push the rice aside.
3. In the same frying pan, crack the eggs into the empty space and lightly bake for about 1 minute. Mix the rice with the eggs and stir in the watercress.
   
   Divide among servings, top with mustard or hot sauce.