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Ground Beef Fried Rice Recipe

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This Ground Beef Fried Rice recipe is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal combining savory ground beef, fresh vegetables, and fluffy scrambled eggs with classic seasonings like soy sauce and sesame oil. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep, it delivers comforting Asian-inspired flavors in just 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Meat and Protein

  • 1 Pound Ground Beef
  • 3 Large Eggs, beaten

Vegetables

  • 4 Cloves Garlic, chopped
  • 1/2 Yellow Onion, chopped
  • 1/2 Cup Frozen Peas
  • 1/2 Cup Frozen Corn
  • 1/2 Cup Frozen Carrots
  • 3 Green Onions, sliced

Oils and Sauces

  • 2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil, divided
  • 1/4 Cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon Sesame Oil

Spices and Seasonings

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Powdered Ginger
  • Salt & Pepper, to taste

Grains

  • 2 Cups Cooked Rice

Instructions

  1. Heat oil: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the beef and vegetables.
  2. Cook beef and veggies: Add ground beef, chopped garlic, chopped onion, frozen peas, frozen corn, frozen carrots, powdered ginger, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the meat as you stir, until the beef reaches 160°F and vegetables are tender.
  3. Drain beef: Drain excess fat from the cooked ground beef mixture and transfer it to a plate to set aside.
  4. Scramble eggs: Return the skillet to the heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Pour in the beaten eggs and cook, stirring occasionally, until fully scrambled and cooked through.
  5. Combine ingredients: Push the scrambled eggs to one side of the skillet. Add the cooked rice and reserved ground beef mixture to the skillet.
  6. Season fried rice: Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil evenly over the rice and beef. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld and heat through.
  7. Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Top the fried rice with sliced green onions before serving for a fresh and colorful finish.
  8. To freeze: Let the fried rice cool completely in the refrigerator. Transfer to a freezer-safe zip-top plastic bag and freeze for 3 to 4 months.
  9. To reheat: Thaw frozen fried rice overnight in the refrigerator. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fried rice and cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through and beef reaches 160°F on a food thermometer.

Notes

  • Make sure the ground beef is fully cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure food safety.
  • Use day-old rice if possible to prevent the fried rice from becoming mushy.
  • You can customize vegetables according to preference, adding bell peppers or mushrooms if desired.
  • Adjust soy sauce amount based on your preferred saltiness.
  • Freezing and reheating instructions help with meal prep and easy leftovers.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/ground-beef-fried-rice-recipe/