Here’s a flavorful Onion Beef Fried Rice recipe that’s perfect for a quick meal:
🥩🍚 Onion Beef Fried Rice
Servings: 2–3
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
🔪 Ingredients:
For the Beef:
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200g (7 oz) beef (flank, sirloin, or ribeye), thinly sliced
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tsp cornstarch
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1 tsp sesame oil
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Pinch of white pepper
For the Fried Rice:
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3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old, cold)
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1 large onion, thinly sliced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 green onions, chopped (optional)
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2 eggs, lightly beaten
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional, for depth)
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1 tsp sugar
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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2 tbsp oil (vegetable or neutral)
🍳 Instructions:
1. Marinate the Beef
Mix beef slices with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and white pepper. Set aside for 10–15 minutes while you prep the rest.
2. Cook the Beef
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Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat.
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Add beef and stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until just cooked. Remove and set aside.
3. Cook the Onion
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In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil.
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Add sliced onion and sauté until softened and slightly caramelized (3–4 minutes).
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Add minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
4. Add Eggs
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Push onion to one side. Pour beaten eggs into the pan and scramble them until just set.
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Mix with the onion and garlic.
5. Add Rice and Combine
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Add the cold rice, breaking up any clumps with a spatula.
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Stir everything together until the rice is heated through.
6. Season
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Add soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sugar, and cooked beef.
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Toss until evenly combined and everything is hot. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
7. Finish
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Stir in chopped green onions (optional).
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Serve hot!
🍽️ Tips:
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Use cold rice for the best texture—fresh rice gets mushy.
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For extra flavor, add a dash of dark soy sauce or a spoon of chili crisp at the end.
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You can substitute beef with chicken, tofu, or mushrooms.
Let me know if you want a spicier version or a one-pan meal twist!