Fried Rice with Meat
A quick and satisfying weeknight fried rice loaded with tender meat, fluffy eggs, and fresh green onions. Made in a single skillet, this dish comes together in about 30 minutes and is perfect for using up leftover rice.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 30g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1 lb ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove beef to a plate.
Step 2
Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet. Crack the 3 eggs directly into the skillet and scramble them until just set, about 2 minutes. Transfer eggs to the plate with beef.
Step 3
Add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the 2 minced garlic cloves and the white parts of the 4 sliced green onions. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Step 4
Add the 4 cups cooked rice to the skillet. Press it into an even layer and let it sit undisturbed for 2 minutes to get crispy bits.
Step 5
Stir-fry the rice for 3-4 minutes, breaking up clumps, until the rice is hot and slightly toasted.
Step 6
Return the beef and eggs to the skillet. Add the 3 tbsp soy sauce and 0.5 tsp salt. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.
Step 7
Stir in the remaining green onion tops. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Spatula
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
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