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Onion Beef Fried Rice Recipe

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Onion Beef Fried Rice is a quick and delicious one-pan meal featuring tender beef, sweet onions, and perfectly seasoned rice, stir-fried in a savory, umami-rich sauce. Ideal for busy nights or using up leftovers.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old and cold)
  • 1/2 lb beef (thinly sliced steak or ground beef)
  • 1 onion, sliced or diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil (canola or vegetable)
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 eggs (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
  2. Add beef and sear until browned and just cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add remaining oil if needed and sauté onion until soft and caramelized at the edges.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. If using eggs, push onions to the side and scramble eggs in the same pan.
  6. Add cold rice, breaking it up with a spatula and mixing with onion and garlic.
  7. Return beef to pan. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Stir to coat evenly.
  8. Cook for a few minutes until heated through and slightly crispy in spots.
  9. Stir in green onions, season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Notes

  • Add peas, carrots, or bell peppers for extra vegetables.
  • Swap beef for chicken, shrimp, or tofu as desired.
  • Add sriracha or red pepper flakes for spice.
  • Use day-old rice for best texture.
  • Reheat with a splash of soy sauce or water to refresh.

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