Description
Onion Beef Fried Rice is a quick and delicious weeknight dinner featuring tender flank steak, savory onions, and perfectly cooked rice all stir-fried together with soy sauce and sesame oil for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Steak: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once hot, add the thinly sliced flank steak, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef and set aside.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Scramble the Eggs: Push the onions and garlic to one side of the skillet. Pour the beaten eggs into the empty side and scramble until fully cooked, then combine with the onion and garlic mixture.
- Add Rice and Vegetables: Add the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps. Stir in the frozen peas and carrots, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently to heat through and blend flavors.
- Combine Beef and Season: Return the cooked beef to the skillet, mix everything well, and adjust seasoning with extra soy sauce, salt, or pepper as needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions before serving warm.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for best texture as it helps prevent clumping and sogginess.
- Flank steak works well due to its tenderness when thinly sliced, but you can substitute with sirloin or ribeye.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity to control saltiness according to your taste.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or diced chili with the garlic.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container and reheated within 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: beef fried rice, onion beef fried rice, quick dinner, stir fry beef rice, easy fried rice recipe
