Beef Fried Rice

Name: Beef Fried Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 4 cups cooked white rice (day-old, chilled); 2 eggs, beaten; 1 cup frozen peas; 1/2 cup carrot, finely diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1/2 tsp sesame oil; 2 scallions, sliced

Savory stir-fried rice with tender beef, eggs, and vegetables. A complete one-pan meal that comes together in minutes with day-old rice.

25 minEasyServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cups cooked white rice (day-old, chilled)
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup carrot, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp sesame oil
2 scallions, sliced

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat. Add the 1 lb ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
2

Add the 2 minced garlic cloves to the wok and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3

Add the 4 cups cooked white rice (day-old, chilled), breaking up any clumps. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
4

Push the rice to the sides of the wok. Pour the 2 beaten eggs into the center and scramble until cooked, then mix with the rice.
5

Add the 1 cup frozen peas, 1/2 cup finely diced carrot, and the cooked beef back to the wok. Toss well and cook for 1 minute.
6

Drizzle with 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1/2 tsp sesame oil, toss to combine. Garnish with 2 sliced scallions and serve hot.

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Questions

What should Beef Fried Rice look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until heated through.

What can I use instead of toasted sesame oil in Beef Fried Rice?

The entry for Beef Fried Rice calls for 1/2 tsp sesame oil. In its place: There is no neutral substitute for the toasted flavor. Warm a spoonful of sesame seeds in a neutral oil, or leave it out and finish with toasted seeds.

Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef in Beef Fried Rice?

Yes. Choose turkey that is not extra-lean and add a tablespoon of oil to the pan, because turkey has less fat and browns more slowly. Season it a little harder than you would beef. As written, the entry for Beef Fried Rice uses 1 lb ground beef.

Can I make Beef Fried Rice gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Beef Fried Rice is 2 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How many calories are in Beef Fried Rice?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 380 calories, with 24 g protein, 42 g carbohydrate and 12 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 580 mg sodium.

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