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Fried Beef with Black Beans and Rice

A quick and satisfying skillet meal with crispy-edged beef, savory black beans, and fluffy rice, topped with fresh herbs and onions.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
32g
Fried Beef with Black Beans and Rice
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 can (15 oz) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season the 1 lb beef with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the beef in a single layer and cook without stirring until browned and crispy on one side, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook 2 minutes more until browned but still tender.

  3. 3

    Remove beef to a plate. Reduce heat to medium, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and the 1 sliced onion. Cook, stirring, until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the 1 can black beans and 2 cups cooked rice to the skillet. Stir and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes, until steaming.

  5. 5

    Return beef to the skillet, toss with the rice and beans, and sprinkle with the 1/4 cup cilantro. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Can opener

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