Better-Than-Takeout Beef Fried Rice
Savory, fluffy fried rice loaded with tender beef and classic takeout flavors made fast at home.
Equipment
- Wok or large skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
Fried Rice
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice cold, day-old preferred
- 10 oz flank steak or sirloin thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce low sodium
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil divided
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 0.5 cup onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1 tbsp butter optional
Instructions
- Marinate beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
- Heat oil in wok and sear beef quickly. Remove and set aside.
- Add onion and garlic to pan, sauté until fragrant.
- Push aside and scramble eggs until just set.
- Add rice and stir-fry until hot and slightly toasted.
- Add peas and carrots, soy sauce, and beef. Toss well.
- Stir in butter and green onions. Season to taste.
- Serve hot.
Notes
Use cold rice for best texture and high heat for authentic flavor.