🍚🥩 Onion Beef Fried Rice
🛒 Ingredients
For the beef:
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250–300g beef (thinly sliced or minced)
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tsp cornstarch
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½ tsp black pepper
For the rice:
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3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old, cold)
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2 tbsp oil (vegetable or sesame)
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1 large onion (thinly sliced)
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3 cloves garlic (minced)
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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 but adds depth)
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1 tsp sesame oil
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2 green onions (chopped)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Marinate the Beef
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Mix beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper.
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Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
2. Cook the Beef
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Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan or wok on high heat.
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Stir-fry beef quickly until browned (2–3 minutes).
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Remove and set aside.
3. Scramble the Eggs
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In the same pan, add a little oil.
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Pour in eggs, scramble lightly, then remove.
4. Cook Onion & Garlic
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Add remaining oil.
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Sauté sliced onions until soft and slightly caramelized.
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Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
5. Fry the Rice
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Add cold rice, breaking up clumps.
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Stir-fry on high heat for that signature fried rice texture.
6. Combine Everything
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Add beef and eggs back in.
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Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
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Toss everything well until evenly coated.
7. Finish
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Sprinkle green onions on top.
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Serve hot 🔥
✨ Flavor Tips
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Use day-old rice for best texture (less sticky)
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High heat = authentic fried rice taste
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Add chili sauce or flakes for spice 🌶️
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use fresh rice?
A: Yes, but spread it out to cool first—otherwise it turns mushy.
Q: What cut of beef works best?
A: Thin slices of flank, sirloin, or leftover steak are perfect.
Q: Can I add vegetables?
A: Absolutely—peas, carrots, or bell peppers work great.
