Beef Fried Rice

4 servings
35 min

Beef fried rice is super delicious, quick and easy! This simple meal is perfect for a busy weeknight and it's something the whole family will love. I especially enjoy making this recipe when I've got leftover rice to use up.

Fried Rice With Steak

Skip ordering takeout and save that money! You can make homemade fried rice in 30 minutes or less, and leftovers are a good option for lunch the next day.


You'll only need eleven ingredients to whip up this delicious recipe. In fact, you can simplify even further if you prefer. Steak fried rice is really flexible so you can choose to eliminate or add veggie mix-ins, this is great if you've got picky eaters to appease.


If you want more "homemade takeout" inspo, check out my delicious Ham Fried Rice, Salmon Poke Bowls, or this amazing Sweet & Spicy Chicken Stir Fry.

Raw beef cubes in a skillet.


Sautéed beef in a white skillet.
Sautéing onion, edamame & red pepper.
Sautéd veggies.
Sauteed beef, seasonings, rice & veggies.
Beef fried rice in a large, white skillet.

Expert Tip

Scrambled eggs: I usually scramble eggs in the same pan as my fried rice, simply because I don't like creating extra dishes. You can choose to make your eggs in a separate pan if you want! This works just as well and you can stir them into the rice mixture at the very end.

Recipe details
  • 4  servings
  • Prep time: 10 Minutes Cook time: 25 Minutes Total time: 35 min
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil *or sesame oil
  • 8 ounces flank steak *or your preferred cut *see tip below
  • 1 large red bell pepper *diced
  • 1 cup edamame *I typically use bagged/frozen
  • 1/4 cup green onion *chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro *chopped *see tip below
  • 2 cups cooked white rice *see tip below
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce *gluten free *see tip below
Optional toppings:
  • Sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, red pepper flakes, additional chopped green onion or cilantro.
Instructions

If you're not using leftover rice, cook some on the stovetop or in a rice cooker and place it in the refrigerator to chill.
Dice bell pepper and chop green onions/cilantro.
Measure olive oil into a large skillet and place on the stovetop. Turn heat to medium.
While oil heats, cut steak into bite sized cubes.
Sauté steak cubes in hot oil until they're cooked to your preferred level. I like mine medium! Be careful not to overcook the steak (we don't want it to get chewy), transfer it to a plate and set aside.
Add edamame, diced red bell pepper and chopped green onions to the same skillet and sauté 5-10 minutes, until soft. Add another dash of olive oil if necessary!
Add cooked steak, cooked rice, salt, pepper and gluten free soy sauce to the pan. Mix well.
Push this mixture to one side of the pan to create a space for scrambling eggs.
I recommend drizzling a bit of additional olive oil into this open space (nonstick cooking spray will also work). Crack eggs into a small bowl and whisk well. Pour eggs into pan and scramble.
Once eggs are fully cooked, stir them into the rice mixture.
Serve with desired toppings and enjoy!
Tips
  • Beef/Steak: if you've got cooked/grilled steak from another meal - this is a great way to use it up! Instead of sautéing steak, just cut up whatever you've got leftover and toss it in.
  • Cilantro: often referred to as fresh coriander in Asian cooking/cuisine.
  • White rice: best if chilled, leftover rice works great! You can also use brown rice or even try a mixture of regular & cauliflower rice.
  • Soy sauce: be sure to select a gluten free brand if necessary. If you're not worried about a food allergy or intolerance, regular soy sauce can be used.
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