Savory Marinated Beef or Chicken Fried Rice
Elevate your dinner with this Savory Marinated Beef or Chicken Fried Rice. The marination process infuses the meat with a burst of flavors, ensuring each bite is rich and satisfying. Whether you choose tender rounds of steak or succulent skinless chicken breasts, the dish is a tantalizing medley of textures and tastes. Pairing the protein with colorful vegetables and aromatic seasonings, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a hearty meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this fried rice dish is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it a family favorite packed with nutrients and flavor.
6
Servings
140
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Beef or Chicken
1 lb (cut into thin strips)
Cooked Rice
3 cups (chilled)
Soy Sauce
1/4 cup (for marinade and additional seasoning)
Sesame Oil
2 tablespoons (for marinade)
Sugar
1 tablespoon (for marinade)
Garlic Cloves
2 (minced)
Crushed Red Chili
1 tablespoon (for marinade)
Dried Red Chilies
3-4 (sliced lengthwise)
Green Onion
1/2 cup (thinly sliced, separated white and green parts)
Carrot
1/2 cup (grated)
Oil
3 tablespoons (for stir frying)
Eggs
3 (lightly scrambled)
Instructions
1
Slice the beef or chicken breast into thin strips, ensuring even cooking.
2
In a bowl, create a marinade by combining the soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, one minced clove of garlic, and crushed red chili.
3
Add the meat to the marinade, ensuring it's well-coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for several hours; overnight is ideal for maximum flavor.
4
Prepare the vegetables: thinly slice the green onions, separating the white and green parts. Grate the carrots, and slice the dried red chilies lengthwise, discarding any seeds if you prefer less heat.
5
In a separate bowl, lightly scramble the eggs and set aside.
6
Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
7
Cook the eggs in the hot oil until just set, then remove from the pan and slice into strips.
8
Add the remaining minced garlic, white parts of the green onions, and the sliced red chilies to the hot oil. Sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
9
Introduce the marinated meat to the pan. If using chicken, skip reserving the marinade and simply add a splash of soy sauce. Stir-fry until the meat is cooked through, then remove from the pan.
10
In the same pan, add the chilled, cooked rice and stir-fry until heated throughout, allowing the rice to become slightly crispy.
11
Return the cooked meat to the pan along with the green onion tops, grated carrots, egg strips, and reserved marinade or soy sauce if using chicken. Stir-fry until everything is well mixed and heated through.
12
Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful fried rice!
Nutrition Information
4g
Fat
19g
Carbs
11g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein used in this fried rice recipe?
You can use 1 lb of either beef or skinless chicken breast cut into thin strips.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains 140 calories.
How much protein is in one serving of this dish?
There are 11g of protein per serving.
What are the fat and carbohydrate counts?
Each serving has 4g of fat and 19g of carbohydrates.
How long should the meat be marinated?
The meat should be marinated for several hours, though overnight is ideal for maximum flavor.
What ingredients are in the marinade?
The marinade consists of soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and crushed red chili.
What type of rice should be used for the best results?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of cooked rice that has been chilled.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
You will need 3 eggs, which should be lightly scrambled.
How do you prepare the green onions?
Thinly slice the green onions and separate the white parts from the green tops.
What vegetables are included in the stir-fry?
The recipe includes grated carrots, green onions, and dried red chilies.
How much garlic is used in total?
Two garlic cloves are used, minced.
Is this dish spicy?
It can be spicy as it uses both crushed red chili and dried red chilies.
How can I make the dish less spicy?
You can discard the seeds from the dried red chilies to reduce the heat level.
What kind of oil is used for stir-frying?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of oil for the stir-frying process.
How are the eggs cooked in this recipe?
Cook the scrambled eggs in hot oil until just set, then remove and slice them into strips.
When do I add the rice to the pan?
Add the chilled rice after the meat and aromatics have been sautéed and the meat has been removed.
What is the purpose of using chilled rice?
Chilled rice stir-fries better and allows the grains to become slightly crispy.
Can I use a wok for this recipe?
Yes, a wok or a large skillet is perfect for this stir-fry.
How should the dried red chilies be prepared?
Slice them lengthwise and remove seeds if you prefer a milder flavor.
What is the role of sesame oil in this dish?
Two tablespoons of sesame oil are used in the marinade to infuse the meat with flavor.
Do I use sugar in the fried rice?
Yes, one tablespoon of sugar is added to the marinade.
What if I choose chicken instead of beef?
If using chicken, you can skip reserving the marinade and add a splash of soy sauce during the final stir-fry.
What is the final step of the cooking process?
Return the meat, egg strips, and vegetables to the pan with the rice and stir-fry until everything is well mixed.
How should the meat be cut?
The beef or chicken should be sliced into thin strips to ensure even cooking.
Are there any specific tags for this recipe?
Tags include fried rice, asian cuisine, marinated meat, one-pan meal, and quick dinner.
What makes this dish a good weeknight meal?
It is quick to prepare and uses simple ingredients to create a hearty, flavorful meal.
How do you achieve a crispy texture for the rice?
Stir-fry the chilled rice in the pan until it is heated throughout and slightly crispy.
When do the carrots get added to the dish?
Grated carrots are added toward the end of the cooking process along with the green onion tops and egg strips.
What aromatics are sautéed before adding the meat?
Minced garlic, the white parts of the green onions, and sliced red chilies are sautéed until fragrant.