Thai Beef Fried Rice

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups (500g) jasmine rice
• 1 pound (450g) lean ground beef
• 1 cup (225g) frozen peas and carrots
• 1/2 cup (120ml) soy sauce
• 1/4 cup (60ml) fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon (15g) grated fresh ginger
• 2 scallions, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 egg, beaten

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the rice according to package instructions and let cool.
2. Break up the ground beef in a skillet and cook until browned. Drain any excess grease.
3. Heat the sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add the garlic, ginger, red bell pepper, and scallions and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
5. Add the rice and stir to combine.
6. Pour in the soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Stir until the rice is evenly coated.
7. Add the peas and carrots, ground beef, and egg. Cook, stirring constantly, until the egg is set and the rice is heated through.
8. Serve immediately with additional soy sauce and Sriracha sauce, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350-400 kcal
• Fat: 15-20g
• Carbohydrates: 50-55g
• Protein: 25-30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Slightly sweet and tangy
• Vibrant colors and textures
• Suitable for American taste buds

User Comments:

• "This fried rice was so good! It had the perfect balance of flavors."
• "I love how the ground beef added an extra layer of protein and heartiness."
• "The vegetables added a nice crunch and sweetness to the dish."
• "I will definitely be making this recipe again soon!"
• "This is a great dish for a quick and easy weeknight meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
• Adjust the amount of soy sauce and fish sauce to taste.
• If you don't have fish sauce, you can substitute oyster sauce or hoisin sauce.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the ground beef and add tofu or tempeh.
• Leftover fried rice can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.