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Easy Beef & Veggie Fried Rice

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 cups cooked white rice preferably day-old
  • 1 bag 12 oz frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Sliced green onions for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high.
  2. Brown beef, breaking into small pieces; drain excess fat.
  3. Push beef aside; add remaining 1 tablespoon oil.
  4. Cook garlic in oil about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add frozen vegetables; cook 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  6. Push aside; crack eggs into empty side and scramble until fully cooked.
  7. Stir in cooked rice.
  8. Add soy sauce, salt, and pepper; stir to coat evenly.
  9. Cook 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is hot and slightly crisp.
  10. Garnish with optional green onions; serve hot.

Notes

Using day-old rice helps prevent the dish from becoming mushy; fresh rice can be used if needed. Feel free to add your favorite stir-fry veggies like bell peppers or broccoli for additional flavor. This dish is perfect for meal prepping—store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.