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Beef Fried Rice

Savory wok-tossed rice with tender beef, vegetables, and aromatics finished with soy sauce and sesame oil. A quick, satisfying meal that transforms leftover rice into restaurant-quality fried rice.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
480
Protein
24g
Beef Fried Rice
chinesebeefricewok cookingweeknight dinnerleftover-friendly

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Slice beef thinly against the grain, then cut into bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with salt and white pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Beat eggs in a small bowl. Mince garlic and ginger. Dice carrots and slice green onions.

  3. Step 3

    Heat a 14-inch wok or large skillet over high heat. Add 1 tbsp oil and swirl to coat. Add beef and stir-fry until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

  4. Step 4

    Add remaining 2 tbsp oil to the wok. Pour in beaten eggs and scramble until just cooked, then push to the side.

  5. Step 5

    Add garlic and ginger to the empty side of the wok, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  6. Step 6

    Add carrots and peas, stir-fry for 2 minutes until tender-crisp.

  7. Step 7

    Add chilled rice, breaking up any clumps with the spatula. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, constantly moving rice to prevent sticking.

  8. Step 8

    Return beef and eggs to the wok. Add soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until heated through and well combined.

  9. Step 9

    Stir in most of the green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or white pepper if needed. Serve immediately, topped with remaining green onions.

Tools you’ll need

  • 14-inch wok or large skillet
  • wooden spatula or wok turner
  • small mixing bowl
  • knife and cutting board
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups

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