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Beef Fried Rice

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Beef Fried Rice is a savory, one-pan dish made with tender beef, colorful vegetables, and perfectly cooked rice, all stir-fried together in a flavorful soy-based sauce. It’s quick, easy, and packed with flavor, making it an ideal meal for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef (flank steak, sirloin, or skirt steak), thinly sliced
  • 4 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old, cold rice)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers, or corn)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, for added depth of flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for finishing)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the thinly sliced beef with a pinch of salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef to the pan and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and mixed vegetables, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  3. Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and add the beaten eggs to the other side. Scramble the eggs for 1-2 minutes until fully cooked, then mix them with the vegetables.
  4. Add the cold, cooked rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps. Stir everything together to combine with the eggs and vegetables.
  5. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Stir-fry everything for 3-4 minutes, making sure the rice is evenly coated with the sauce and heated through.
  6. Return the cooked beef to the skillet and mix well. Stir everything together for another 1-2 minutes until the beef is heated through and fully incorporated with the rice.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or salt, if needed. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Notes

Add more vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or broccoli to make the dish even more nutritious.For a spicy version, add red pepper flakes, chopped chili peppers, or a dash of hot sauce to the fried rice.Swap the beef with chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a different protein.Use brown rice instead of white rice for a healthier version with more fiber.Make it vegetarian by skipping the beef and using extra vegetables or tofu as a protein source.

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