Description
Sizzling Chinese-inspired onion beef fried rice delivers a quick, satisfying meal packed with savory flavors. Crispy beef and caramelized onions mingle with perfectly seasoned rice, creating a delightful dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1/2 pound (226 grams) beef, thinly sliced
- 2 eggs, beaten
Grains and Base:
- 2 cups cooked rice
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sear the beef in a hot skillet with vegetable oil over medium-high heat until nicely browned, approximately 3-4 minutes. Transfer the meat to a separate plate.
- In the same pan, sauté onions and garlic until they become translucent and aromatic, releasing their fragrant essence.
- Create a small clearing in the pan and pour beaten eggs into the empty space, quickly scrambling them until fully cooked and lightly golden.
- Incorporate the pre-cooked rice into the pan, carefully breaking apart any stubborn clumps using a spatula. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes to ensure thorough heating.
- Reintroduce the seared beef into the pan, then drizzle soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil over the mixture. Thoroughly blend all ingredients to distribute flavors evenly.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to personal preference. Sprinkle freshly chopped green onions across the top for a vibrant finish.
- Serve the fried rice immediately while hot, ensuring maximum flavor and optimal texture.
Notes
- Choose a day-old rice to prevent mushy texture and ensure each grain separates perfectly during stir-frying.
- Use high heat and a wide pan to create that authentic wok-style crispy rice and prevent steaming instead of frying.
- Consider substituting beef with chicken, tofu, or shrimp for dietary preferences or protein variations.
- Enhance flavor complexity by adding a splash of rice wine or chili oil for extra depth and subtle heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg