Description
Onion Beef Fried Rice is a quick and savory stir-fry dish combining tender strips of beef sirloin, sweet onions, garlic, and day-old rice. This flavorful meal is enhanced by eggs, spring onions, and a touch of soy sauce, making it a perfect one-pan recipe for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Vegetables
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 large sweet onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Rice and Seasonings
- 3 cups cooked day-old rice
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients on a clean surface. Slice the onions and green onions; cut the beef into thin strips to ensure even and quick cooking.
- Heat Up Your Pan: In a large wok or frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering, this will help achieve a good sear on the beef and sauté the vegetables effectively.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the sliced onions to the pan and cook until they are translucent and soft, then stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
- Cook the Beef: Push the onions to one side of the pan and add the beef strips. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned on all sides and cooked through, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add Rice and Soy Sauce: Incorporate the cooked day-old rice, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Pour the soy sauce evenly over the mixture and stir well to combine all flavors thoroughly.
- Add Eggs & Final Touches: Create a well in the center of the pan and pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble gently until just cooked, then fold the eggs into the rice mixture along with the chopped green onions and freshly cracked black pepper to taste, mixing everything evenly.
Notes
- Use day-old rice as it is drier and prevents the fried rice from becoming mushy.
- Thinly slicing the beef helps it cook quickly and remains tender.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity to match your preferred sodium level.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of sesame oil at the end.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for larger groups.
