Onion Beef Fried Rice Recipe: My New Weeknight Hero
Onion Beef Fried Rice Recipe: Your New Weeknight Hero is a quick and comforting dinner packed with savory ground beef, sweet onions, and perfectly seasoned rice. Better than takeout and ready in minutes, this easy fried rice is a flavorful family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old and cold)
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, etc.)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Rice
Ensure you’re using cold, day-old rice. Separate any clumps with your hands before cooking for best texture.
2. Cook the Beef
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
Drain excess fat and set aside if needed.
3. Sauté Aromatics
In the same pan, add a little more oil if necessary.
Add chopped onion and minced garlic.
Cook until softened and fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.
4. Add Vegetables
Stir in mixed vegetables.
Cook for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Combine with Rice
Add cold cooked rice to the skillet.
Stir thoroughly to mix with beef and vegetables, ensuring even distribution.
6. Season
Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
Stir well so every grain is evenly coated.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve
Serve hot, optionally garnished with chopped green onions or cilantro.
Notes
Cold rice is essential for fluffy, non-soggy fried rice.
Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain high heat and proper frying.
Let rice sit briefly against the pan before stirring to develop slight crispiness.
Add a scrambled egg for extra richness and protein.
Customize with bell peppers, mushrooms, broccoli, or kimchi for variation.
