Beef Fried Rice with Peas & Egg
Beef Fried Rice with Peas & Egg is the kind of quick, comforting meal that always feels satisfying. It is warm, savory, and full of those familiar skillet aromas — garlic sizzling, beef browning, rice toasting, and a little sesame oil bringing everything together at the end.
This is a perfect recipe for busy nights, especially when you have leftover rice waiting in the fridge. The chilled rice fries up beautifully, giving you that tender-but-not-mushy texture that makes fried rice so good. Add thin slices of beef, soft scrambled eggs, peas, carrots, and green onions, and you have a full meal in one pan.
Every bite has a little bit of everything: juicy beef, fluffy egg, sweet vegetables, and savory rice coated in soy sauce and oyster sauce. It is simple, hearty, and the kind of dinner that feels homemade without taking much time at all.
Ingredients
For the Fried Rice
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled
- 1 pound beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley or extra green onions, for garnish
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories: About 465 kcal per serving
Instructions
Start with chilled cooked rice. This makes all the difference. Cold rice is firmer, so it fries nicely instead of turning soft and sticky. Break up any clumps with your hands or a fork before you begin.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble them just until set. Keep them soft, since they will go back into the pan later. Transfer the eggs to a plate and set them aside.
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same skillet. Add the sliced beef and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often, until the pieces are browned and cooked through. You should hear a nice sizzle as the beef sears.
Stir in the frozen peas and carrots along with the minced garlic. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the garlic smells fragrant.
Add the chilled rice to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes, breaking up any clumps as you go. Let the rice lightly toast in the pan so it picks up a little extra flavor and texture.
Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, black pepper, and a small pinch of salt if needed. Toss everything together until the rice is evenly coated and the color looks rich and savory.
Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet and add the sliced green onions. Stir gently until everything is combined and warmed through.
Serve the fried rice hot, finished with fresh parsley or extra green onions on top.
Presentation
For a simple and inviting presentation, spoon the fried rice into shallow bowls while it is still hot. Let the colorful peas, carrots, green onions, and tender beef pieces show through.
A sprinkle of extra green onions gives the dish a fresh, bright finish. If you want it to look even more restaurant-style, add a small drizzle of sesame oil right before serving or top each bowl with a little cracked black pepper.
This dish is also great served family-style in a large bowl or straight from the skillet. It has that casual, comforting feel that makes everyone want to scoop up just one more bite.
Nutritional Information:
- ⏰ Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
- 🔥 Kcal: 465 kcal per serving | 🍽️ Servings: 4 servings
Conclusion
Beef Fried Rice with Peas & Egg is quick, hearty, and full of flavor. It turns simple ingredients into a warm, satisfying meal with tender beef, fluffy eggs, sweet vegetables, and savory rice in every forkful.
It is perfect for using leftover rice, easy enough for a busy night, and comforting enough to feel like a favorite takeout-style dinner made right at home. Serve it hot and enjoy the cozy, savory goodness.