This easy ground beef fried rice only takes 15 minutes to make, and it is easy to customise with your favourite veggies and tastes SO delicious!

About this Ground Beef Fried Rice Recipe

Ground beef is a kitchen superstar – affordable, easy to cook, and nearly foolproof. When added to fried rice, you’ve got a fast and tasty meal everyone will love.

I love how easy this one-pot meal is – it’s packed with protein, veggies, and carbs and also incredibly easy to customise. Add extra or less ground beef, more veggies, or less rice – just adjust the seasoning, and it’ll be delicious every time.

I’ve tested this recipe many times with different ingredient combinations, and it’s surprisingly delicious every single time. I’m thrilled to share it with you and hope it becomes a favourite in your kitchen too! 😍

How to Make Fried Rice

• Rice: For a good fried rice, you want your grains dry and separate. I usually go with long-grain rice since it’s not as sticky, and leftover rice works perfectly because it dries out and separates as it cools. When cooking fresh rice for frying, use a 1:1 water-to-rice ratio.
• Oil: Oil is essential for any good Chinese stir-fry. It helps sizzle the ingredients, bringing out amazing aromas and flavours. Too little oil, and the dish can fall flat. I like using olive oil – it’s healthier and does the job really well.
• High heat and minimal stirring: Once all your ingredients are mixed evenly, it’s important to let the rice sizzle with the oil and develop a light crust. Let the high heat do its magic – it’s what gives fried rice that amazing aroma.
• Moisture: To keep your rice from drying out, add a little water while it’s sizzling – just a tablespoon or two. In this recipe, the mushrooms release some water, so you can usually skip this step – but if the rice feels too dry, feel free to splash in a little water.

Ingredients and Substitutions for Ground Beef Rice

• Ground Beef: Ground beef comes in different fat percentages – the higher the fat, the richer the flavour. You can also swap in other ground meats like chicken or pork if you prefer.
• Rice: For the best results, go with long-grain rice instead of short-grain. Cook it slightly underdone so the grains remain firm and separate. If you’re using a rice cooker, stick to a 1:1 water-to-rice ratio. The water level is about 3 cm above the rice.
• Soy Sauce: I kept the seasoning simple with just soy sauce and black pepper, so the quality of the soy sauce really matters – use the best you can. I recommend Lee Kum Kee soy sauce. You can also add a bit of dark soy sauce for colouring, oyster sauce and MSG to boost the flavour even more.
• Mushroom: Mushrooms not only pair perfectly with ground beef, but they also add some moisture to the dish. You can also use other types, like fresh shiitake mushrooms.
• Green Beans: Green beans need to be well-cooked to bring out their sweetness. I cut them into small pieces to reduce cooking time. I’ve also tried bok choy and spring onions – they taste great too. Other greens you can use include celery, peas, and asparagus.

Instructions for Beef Fried Rice

Step One: Cook Rice and Ground Beef

• Cook the rice and let it cool before using.
• Add oil and ground beef to a frying pan over medium heat. Cook until sizzling
• Mix in one tablespoon of soy sauce and continue sizzling for 5 to 10 seconds. Set aside.

Step Two: Cook Veggies

• Add onion and 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan over medium heat. Cook until the onion softens and turns light brown.
• Add mushrooms, beans, and 1/3 cup of water, cover with a lid, and cook for 5 minutes or until the beans are well-cooked.

Step Three: Mix Everything Together

• Add the ground beef, cooked rice, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and black pepper. Mix everything well.
• Add 2 tablespoons of oil. Fry the mixture over medium heat until sizzling and the rice forms a light crust. (Add a splash of 1-2 tablespoons of water if the rice gets too dry.)

Cooking Tips for this Chinese Ground Beef Rice Recipe

• To bring out the flavour of the soy sauce, it needs to sizzle in the oil. We did this twice – first with the ground beef in step one, and then with the rice in step three.
• Although you can add as much rice as you like, too much will dilute the flavour. I prefer each bite to have beef and veggies, not just rice.
• Taste for saltiness before serving – you can add more soy sauce or salt if needed.
• To boost the flavour, you can add any spices you prefer – chilli powder, fried garlic, coriander, cumin powder, and more. If unsure, add them to a small amount first.
  
  

This Beef Rice Recipe is a tasty reminder that dinner doesn’t have to be complicated.

Keep it simple, keep it delicious, and enjoy every bite of this sizzling ground beef fried rice! 😍

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