Fried Rice with Ground Beef and Vegetables

Here’s a flavorful and easy recipe for Fried Rice with Ground Beef and Vegetables—perfect for a weeknight dinner or using up leftovers!

Fried Rice with Ground Beef and Vegetables

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable, canola, or sesame)

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef

• 3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, etc.)

• 2 eggs, beaten

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (adjust to taste)

• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional for extra depth)

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional, for added aroma)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook the ground beef:

   • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

   • Add the ground beef, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Break it up as it cooks.

   • Drain excess fat if needed. Remove beef and set aside.

2. Cook the vegetables and aromatics:

   • In the same pan, add the remaining oil.

   • Add onion and cook until soft (2–3 minutes), then add garlic and cook until fragrant (30 seconds).

   • Stir in the mixed vegetables and cook until heated through.

3. Scramble the eggs:

   • Push the veggies to one side of the pan. Pour in the beaten eggs on the other side.

   • Scramble until just set, then mix everything together.

4. Add rice and beef:

   • Add the cooked rice and browned ground beef back to the pan.

   • Stir-fry everything together, breaking up clumps of rice.

5. Season:

   • Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil.

   • Stir well until rice is evenly coated and heated through.

6. Serve:

   • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

   • Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.