Description
This Asian Rice and Beef Stir Fry is a quick, flavorful, and satisfying dish combining tender beef strips, vibrant fresh vegetables, and fragrant rice, seasoned with savory soy sauce and nutty sesame oil. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and adaptable for various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 300g beef strips (sirloin or flank steak), thinly sliced
Rice
- 2 cups cooked day-old rice
Vegetables
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 large carrot, julienned or sliced
Sauces and Oils
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari if needed)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1–2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for cooking)
Aromatics and Garnish
- 2 cloves garlic, freshly minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 green onions, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces, mince garlic and ginger, and ensure your rice is day-old and ready for use.
- Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef strips in a single layer and cook quickly for 2-3 minutes until browned but still juicy. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside to avoid overcooking.
- Sauté the Aromatics and Vegetables: In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed, then add minced garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the bell peppers, snap peas, and carrots, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender and vibrant.
- Combine Rice, Beef, and Sauce: Return the cooked beef to the pan along with the cooked rice. Pour in the soy sauce and drizzle sesame oil on top. Stir continuously to evenly coat the ingredients and heat through, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Final Touches and Serve: Turn off the heat and sprinkle chopped green onions over the stir fry for freshness and crunch. Give the dish one last gentle toss and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use day-old rice to prevent clumping and achieve the perfect stir-fry texture.
- Cook over high heat to lock in flavors and keep vegetables crisp.
- Slice beef thinly for even cooking and tenderness.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary to get a good sear.
- Prepare all ingredients in advance since stir-frying cooks quickly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg