Classic Ground Beef Fried Rice
This classic ground beef fried rice recipe is a quick and easy meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner. It combines flavorful ground beef with day-old rice, mixed vegetables, and a savory sauce.
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok
- Spatula
- Plate
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (450g)
- 3 cups cooked day-old rice (jasmine or basmati recommended)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn), thawed
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
Sauce Ingredients
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Garnish
- Green onions chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, then add the ground beef and cook until fully browned; drain excess fat and set the beef aside.
- Add olive or sesame oil to the same skillet, then cook the chopped onion for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and mixed vegetables, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Push vegetables to one side, pour in beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Break eggs into smaller pieces, mix with vegetables, and then add the cooked day-old rice to the skillet.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet, pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sugar, and black pepper. Stir until well combined and heated through, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes to crisp the rice. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
For best results, use day-old rice as it tends to be drier and less sticky, making for a better fried rice texture. Adjust soy sauce and pepper to taste.