🛒 Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably cold, day-old)
- 200g ground beef
- ½ cup bell peppers (red, green, yellow, diced)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (optional, chopped)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp chili sauce (optional for heat 🌶️)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Cook Beef
- Heat oil in a pan or wok
- Add ground beef
- Cook until browned and fully done
- Break into small pieces
Step 2: Add Aromatics
- Add garlic and onion
- Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant
Step 3: Add Vegetables
- Toss in bell peppers
- Cook for 2–3 minutes (keep slightly crunchy)
Step 4: Add Rice
- Add cooked rice
- Break up clumps and mix well
Step 5: Season
- Add soy sauce, salt, black pepper, and chili sauce
- Stir-fry on high heat for 3–5 minutes
Step 6: Serve
- Serve hot 🍽️
- Optional: garnish with green onions or sesame seeds
🌟 Pro Tips
- Use cold rice for best texture (not sticky)
- Cook on high heat for authentic fried rice flavor
- Don’t overcrowd the pan
- Add a scrambled egg for extra protein 🍳
🔄 Variations
- Replace beef with chicken or shrimp
- Add peas, carrots, or corn
- Use brown rice for healthier option
❓ FAQs
Can I use freshly cooked rice?
Yes, but let it cool first to avoid mushy texture.
What oil is best?
Use neutral oils like vegetable or canola oil.
Can I make it spicy?
Yes 👍 add chili flakes, hot sauce, or green chilies.
🍽️ Per Serving (4 servings)
👉 8–10 WW points per serving
🥗 How to Lower the Points
- Use lean ground beef (90–95%) → saves 4–6 points
- Reduce oil to 1 tsp → saves 3 points
- Replace half rice with cauliflower rice → saves 5–6 points
- Use brown rice (slightly better for fullness)
👉 New total: 5–7 points per serving