Leftover Steak Fried Rice

Why you’ll love this leftover steak fried recipe

This leftover steak fried rice recipe is my favorite way to repurpose steak! Made with protein, veggies, and rice, it’s a hearty, filling meal perfect for busy weeknights. 

• Quick – Thanks to the use of leftover ingredients, this recipe comes together with minimal prep time and cooks in 20 minutes! 
• Customizable – Feel free to add any veggies you have on hand. Or, swap out or add to the steak with chicken or shrimp. 
• Better Than Take-Out – Sure, takeout is tasty, but it’s not very healthy or all that budget-friendly. Save the calories and hassle of ordering steak fried rice, and you can have it on the table faster than you can order out. 

I make fried rice for dinner nearly every week with recipes like this steak fried rice, spicy shrimp fried rice, and chicken pineapple fried rice recipe. As a result, I’ve discovered all the best tips and tricks to help you achieve restaurant-worthy fried rice with ease, and I’m sharing them all with you! 

Key Ingredient Notes

• Grapeseed oil – Any neutral-tasting, high-heat oil such as canola will work. 
• Veggies – White mushrooms, zucchini, garlic, and frozen peas add lots of bulk and nutrients to this fried rice with steak recipe. 
• Eggs – A staple in fried rice recipes!  Lightly scramble the eggs, until they’re almost fully cooked. Slightly under-cooking the eggs prevents them from drying out when added back into the warm skillet.  
• Leftover rice – When I’m making fried rice, I prefer to use long-grain white rice, such as jasmine or basmati. I avoid using most short-grain varieties because they can become sticky.  Cold, cooked rice is the key to fluffy fried rice with the perfect texture.
• Steak – Use any leftover steak you have on hand such as leftover ribeye steak or stovetop steak. Or, cook a fresh steak before you begin. 
• Soy sauce adds a salty, umami flavor. Either low-sodium or regular soy sauce will work just fine. 
• Sesame oil – A common ingredient in Asian recipes, this adds a nutty flavor for an authentic-tasting recipe. Just be sure to use a light hand. A little goes a long way! 

How to make steak fried rice

This fried rice with steak recipe comes together quickly. So, make sure to have all your veggies chopped and the ingredients prepared before you begin to cook! 

• Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. 
• Once shimmering, add the mushrooms and zucchini, and cook until they’re nicely browned and softened, about 3-5 minutes. 
• Stir in the minced garlic. 
• Push the vegetables to the side, making an empty spot in the center of the pan. 
• Add the eggs, and scramble until they’re mostly cooked. Then, mix the eggs with the veggies. 
• Stir in the cooked rice, and continue to cook for 2-3 more minutes. 
• Add the sliced steak and peas. 
• Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil. 
• Continue to cook until the ingredients are warmed through, and enjoy! 

Storing Tips

This leftover steak fried rice recipe is great for meal prep! Make a large batch, and enjoy a delicious meal for several days. 

• Store leftover fried rice with steak in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
• Reheat leftovers on the stovetop or in the microwave. To do so, microwave for 1 minute at a time, stirring in between each minute, until warmed through. Or, warm on the stovetop over low heat. Add a splash of water as needed to freshen the rice back up. 
• To freeze, transfer individual portions into freezer-safe containers. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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