Description
Onion Beef Fried Rice is a savory and hearty one-pan dish loaded with tender strips of beef, caramelized onions, and perfectly fried rice. This quick and easy recipe is packed with bold flavors, making it the perfect weeknight dinner or meal prep option. The combination of soy sauce, garlic, and onions adds depth to the dish, while the beef gives it a satisfying protein boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) beef (such as flank steak or sirloin), thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old rice)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for the fried rice)
- 1 teaspoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the beef:
- In a small bowl, combine the sliced beef, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and sesame oil. Toss to coat, and let it marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
- Cook the beef:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated beef and cook for 2-3 minutes, until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the onions and garlic:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Add the sliced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, until softened and caramelized.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Fry the rice:
- Push the onions and garlic to the side of the skillet.
- Add the beaten eggs to the skillet and scramble them until fully cooked.
- Add the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps. Stir to combine with the eggs and onions.
- Add sauces and vegetables:
- Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), rice vinegar, and black pepper. Stir everything together to coat the rice evenly.
- If using, add the frozen peas and carrots and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
- Combine with beef:
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Garnish and serve:
- Garnish with chopped green onions and adjust the seasoning with salt to taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For the best results, use cold, day-old rice, as it fries better and gives the fried rice a perfect texture.
- You can swap out the beef for chicken, pork, or tofu if desired.
- To make the dish spicier, add a pinch of chili flakes or chili sauce while cooking the rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (if recipe yields 4 servings)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 135mg