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Garlic Butter Steak Fried Rice

Garlic Butter Steak Fried Rice
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Garlic Butter Steak Fried Rice is a quick and satisfying weeknight meal that combines tender, juicy steak with rich garlic butter and fluffy day-old rice. Enhanced with a blend of fresh vegetables, scrambled eggs, soy sauce, and sesame oil, this one-pan dish offers bold flavors and comforting textures perfect for busy evenings. Easy to customize and great for using leftovers, it delivers a gourmet experience with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 8 oz ribeye or sirloin steak, seasoned with salt and pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten

Rice & Vegetables

  • 3 cups day-old cooked jasmine or long-grain rice, cold and separated
  • ½ cup peas
  • ½ cup diced carrots
  • 3 scallions, sliced (plus extra for garnish)

Garlic Butter & Seasonings

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, freshly minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil

Optional Garnishes

  • Sliced scallions
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro
  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • Wedge of lime

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Steak and Rice: Season the steak with salt and pepper. Heat a small amount of oil in a hot skillet and sear the steak to your desired doneness. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly against the grain. Ensure the day-old rice is cold and separated to prevent clumping.
  2. Cook the Garlic Butter: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté gently until fragrant and golden, taking care not to burn it. This garlic butter will coat and flavor both the steak and rice.
  3. Scramble the Eggs: Push the garlic butter to one side of the pan. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble them gently until just cooked. Mix the eggs evenly with the garlic butter in the pan.
  4. Stir-fry Rice and Vegetables: Add the cold rice, peas, diced carrots, and sliced scallions to the skillet. Stir-fry over high heat, breaking up any clumps, until the rice is heated through and slightly crisp on the edges.
  5. Combine Steak and Season: Return the sliced steak to the pan. Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over everything. Stir carefully to combine all ingredients, heating through without overcooking the steak.
  6. Finish and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately with optional garnishes such as sliced scallions, fresh herbs, toasted sesame seeds, or a wedge of lime for brightness.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice to achieve a non-mushy, fluffy texture.
  • Cook fried rice over high heat to develop a slight crisp and avoid steaming.
  • Have all ingredients prepped and ready before cooking since the process is quick.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even cooking and proper searing.
  • Allow steak to rest after searing to retain juiciness before slicing.
  • To prevent garlic from burning, sauté over medium heat and stir frequently.

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