Classic Ground Beef Fried Rice
This classic ground beef fried rice recipe is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for weeknights. It combines seasoned ground beef, vibrant vegetables, fluffy rice, and a savory sauce for a satisfying dish.
Equipment
- large skillet
- wok
- small bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 cups cooked white rice, chilled (day-old is best)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed frozen vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Green onions, chopped
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook ground beef until browned, then drain excess fat and set aside.
- Add vegetable oil to the skillet, then sauté diced onion for 2-3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic for 30 seconds, then add mixed frozen vegetables and cook for 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Push vegetables to one side, pour beaten eggs into the empty space, and scramble until cooked through. Break eggs into smaller pieces and mix with vegetables.
- Return cooked ground beef to the skillet and add chilled cooked rice, breaking up any clumps.
- Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil in a small bowl, then pour evenly over the rice and beef.
- Increase heat to high and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until ingredients are combined, rice is heated, slightly crispy, and coated in sauce.
- Remove from heat, stir in most of the chopped green onions, and serve immediately garnished with remaining green onions.
Notes
Day-old rice works best for fried rice as it is drier and prevents the dish from becoming mushy. Adjust soy sauce to taste based on your preference for saltiness.