Onion Beef Fried Rice is a quick and flavorful dish made with tender beef, caramelized onions, and perfectly seasoned rice stir-fried in a hot pan or wok. It’s a great way to use leftover rice and makes a satisfying meal in under 30 minutes.
⏱️ Recipe Details
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Cook Time: 15 minutes
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Total Time: 25 minutes
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Servings: 3–4
🛒 Ingredients
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2 cups cooked rice (preferably cold, day-old rice)
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200 g beef (thinly sliced)
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1 large onion (thinly sliced)
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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2 cloves garlic (minced)
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2 eggs (optional)
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 teaspoon oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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2 green onions (chopped)
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Salt to taste
🍳 Instructions
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Prepare the beef
Slice the beef thinly against the grain for tender pieces. -
Cook the beef
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the beef and cook for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside. -
Sauté the onions
Add another tablespoon oil to the pan. Cook the sliced onions for 3–4 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. -
Scramble the eggs (optional)
Push onions to the side, crack eggs into the pan, scramble, then mix with the onions. -
Add the rice
Add the cooked rice and break up any clumps. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes. -
Season the rice
Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, and salt if needed. -
Combine everything
Return the cooked beef to the pan and mix well. Cook another 2–3 minutes. -
Finish and serve
Sprinkle chopped green onions on top and serve hot.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
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Serve with chili garlic sauce or hot sauce for extra spice.
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Pair with spring rolls, dumplings, or a light cucumber salad.
💡 Tips for Perfect Fried Rice
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Use cold rice – freshly cooked rice can become mushy.
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Cook on high heat for authentic wok flavor.
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Don’t overcrowd the pan so the rice fries instead of steaming.
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Slice beef thinly for quick cooking and tender texture