Bell Pepper
Beef Fried Rice

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A vibrant, weight-loss-friendly bell pepper and beef fried rice loaded with colorful veggies, tender marinated beef, and fluffy scrambled eggs.

↓ The ingredients ↓ The steps

This colorful fried rice pairs lean beef with a rainbow of sweet bell peppers and carrots, making it an ideal choice for a lighter, macro-friendly meal. Using a light spray of oil and a quick stir-fry method keeps the dish low in calories while maximizing texture and flavor.

A fresh skillet of colorful bell pepper and beef fried rice, brimming with diced peppers, scrambled eggs, and tender beef.
A fresh skillet of colorful bell pepper and beef fried rice, brimming with diced peppers, scrambled eggs, and tender beef.
Prep15 mins
Cook10 mins
Total25 mins
Yield1-2 servings
DifficultyEasy
Calories520 kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1Spray Oil in Pan
    Cooking oil being sprayed from a yellow bottle into a black frying pan on a stove.

    Spray a light layer of cooking oil into a hot black pan to prepare for cooking the eggs.

    Tip: Using a spray bottle helps distribute oil evenly while keeping calories low.
  2. 2Pour Beaten Eggs
    Beaten eggs poured into the center of a hot frying pan.

    Pour the beaten eggs directly into the heated, oiled pan to begin scrambling.

    Tip: Ensure the pan is adequately heated so the eggs cook quickly and evenly.
  3. 3Scramble Eggs
    Scrambled yellow eggs being stirred in a black pan with a silicone spatula.

    Use a spatula to gently scramble the eggs in the pan until cooked, then remove and set aside.

    Tip: Do not overcook the eggs so they remain soft when mixed back into the rice later.
  4. 4Add Marinated Beef
    A portion of marinated beef being added from a bowl into a frying pan with a spatula.

    Transfer the previously marinated beef into the pan to begin the stir-frying process.

    Tip: Ensure the beef is evenly marinated with light soy sauce, pepper, and starch for maximum flavor and tenderness.
  5. 5Sear the Beef
    Sliced beef being stir-fried in a black pan until partially browned.

    Stir-fry the beef until it is about seventy percent cooked, then remove it from the pan and set it aside.

    Tip: Removing the beef while partially cooked prevents it from becoming tough and dry.
  6. 6Add Oil and Carrots
    An empty black frying pan sitting on a stove burner before adding oil and carrots.

    Add a splash of oil back into the empty pan, followed by the shredded carrots.

    Tip: Cook the carrots thoroughly so they blend well with the texture of the fried rice.
  7. 7Soften the Carrots
    Shredded carrots being stirred and cooked inside a black frying pan.

    Stir-fry the carrots continuously over medium heat until they soften and release their natural sweetness.

    Tip: Stir-fry over medium heat to soften the carrots without burning them.
  8. 8Add White Rice
    A bowl tipping white rice into a pan filled with cooked shredded carrots.

    Tip a bowl of cooked white rice straight into the pan containing the softened carrots.

    Tip: Using cooked and cooled white rice works best for fried rice to prevent it from becoming mushy.
  9. 9Mix in Bell Peppers
    Diced colorful bell peppers combined with rice and carrots inside the pan.

    Add diced colorful bell peppers to the rice and carrot mixture in the pan.

    Tip: Dice the bell peppers uniformly so they distribute evenly throughout the fried rice.
  10. 10Return Scrambled Eggs
    Cooked scrambled eggs being poured from a bowl into the frying pan.

    Transfer the previously prepared scrambled eggs back into the pan with the rice and vegetable mixture.

    Tip: Break up the eggs slightly as you add them so they blend nicely with the grains of rice.
  11. 11Return the Beef
    Cooked beef pieces being added into the pan with the rice, vegetables, and eggs.

    Add the previously cooked beef back into the pan along with all the other ingredients.

    Tip: Pour in any resting juices from the beef to keep the fried rice flavorful and moist.
  12. 12Season the Dish
    Black pepper grinder seasoning the colorful fried rice mixture in the pan.

    Grind black pepper and sea salt directly over the mixed ingredients in the pan, then stir-fry everything together evenly.

    Tip: Adjust the salt and pepper to taste while tossing continuously over the heat.
  13. 13Toss and Heat Through
    Bell peppers, eggs, beef, and rice being stirred together in a frying pan with a wooden spatula.

    Add the diced bell peppers, scrambled eggs, and previously cooked beef back into the pan with the rice and carrots. Season with black pepper and sea salt, then toss and stir-fry everything evenly until thoroughly combined and heated through.

    Tip: Keep the heat medium-high while stir-frying to prevent the rice from getting soggy and ensure even seasoning.

Storage & Reheating

Refrigerator
2 days
Store in an airtight container once fully cooled.
Reheating
3-5 min
Reheat in a hot pan over medium heat with a tiny splash of water to restore moisture.

Burn It Off

Brisk Walking
~1 hour and 45 minutes at a steady pace (~5 km/h).
Running
~50 minutes at a moderate jog (~9 km/h).
Cycling
~1 hour and 30 minutes of leisurely cycling (~16 km/h).

Frequently Asked Questions

Freshly cooked warm rice contains too much surface moisture and will likely turn your fried rice mushy. It is always best to use chilled day-old rice or spread fresh rice out on a tray to cool and dry completely before cooking.
Removing the beef halfway through cooking prevents it from overcooking and turning tough while you stir-fry the vegetables and rice. It goes back into the pan at the very end just to heat through.
You can substitute half of the white rice with cauliflower rice to reduce carbohydrates and calories while keeping the same texture and bulk.
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