Com Chien Bo (Vietnamese Beef Fried Rice)

Ingredients

• ¾ lb beef sirloin or ribeye, thinly sliced
• 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, cooled (3-4 cups)
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• ⅓ cup fresh cilantro and scallions, chopped
• 1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat beef dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper.

2. 2

   Break up any clumps in the cooked rice with your fingers.

3. 3

   Heat 1.5 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers.

4. 4

   Sear beef in a single layer without stirring, 60 seconds per side. Transfer to a plate.

5. 5

   Add remaining 1.5 tbsp oil to the skillet. Add diced onion and cook until edges soften, ~3 minutes.

6. 6

   Add minced garlic and stir constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.

7. 7

   Add cooled rice and break up clumps while stir-frying for 3-4 minutes.

8. 8

   Pour fish sauce and soy sauce over the rice. Stir constantly for 1 minute until evenly coated.

9. 9

   Return beef to the skillet and toss to combine, ~1 minute. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.

10. 10

    Divide rice among bowls. Top with fresh cilantro and scallions. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

• large skillet or wok (12-inch cast iron or stainless steel)
• wooden spoon or silicone spatula
• paper towels
• cutting board and sharp knife
• 4 serving bowls

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