Garlic Beef Fried Rice

INGREDENT

  • 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
  • 250 g (about 1/2 lb) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional for richer flavor)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare beef – In a small bowl, toss sliced beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce and a pinch of pepper. Set aside.
  2. Cook beef – Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and stir-fry until just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Scramble eggs – In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Pour in beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove and keep aside.
  4. Sauté aromatics – Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the pan. Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
  5. Add vegetables – Stir in mixed vegetables and cook for 2–3 minutes.
  6. Add rice – Break up any clumps of rice and stir-fry with vegetables.
  7. Season – Add soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Stir well to coat the rice evenly.
  8. Combine – Return beef and scrambled eggs to the pan. Mix everything together and heat through.
  9. Serve – Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

If you like, I can also give you a spicy garlic beef fried rice version with chili kick.

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