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Better-Than-Takeout Beef Fried Rice

Savory, fluffy fried rice loaded with tender beef and classic takeout flavors made fast at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fried Rice
  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice cold, day-old preferred
  • 10 oz flank steak or sirloin thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce low sodium
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil divided
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 0.5 cup onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 tbsp butter optional

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Marinate beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in wok and sear beef quickly. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add onion and garlic to pan, sauté until fragrant.
  4. Push aside and scramble eggs until just set.
  5. Add rice and stir-fry until hot and slightly toasted.
  6. Add peas and carrots, soy sauce, and beef. Toss well.
  7. Stir in butter and green onions. Season to taste.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

Use cold rice for best texture and high heat for authentic flavor.