Description
Quick and delicious Onion Beef Fried Rice, a one-pan wonder perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (like peas, carrots, and corn)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: If you haven’t already, cook your rice ahead of time and let it cool. Day-old rice is the best here; it’s less sticky and creates the perfect texture.
- Sauté the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toss in your sliced beef, sprinkle with a little salt and pepper, and cook until browned (about 3-5 minutes). Remove the beef from the pan and set it aside.
- Onion and Garlic Party: Using the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once hot, throw in your chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent. Then, toss in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Veggie Time: Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until tender but vibrant.
- Bring It All Together: Return the beef to the skillet, add the cooked rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Stir well to combine all the flavors, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish with a sprinkle of chopped green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Ensure your rice is cold and a little dry for the best texture. Feel free to customize with your choice of protein or leftover vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg