Beef Fried Rice

Step 1

In a medium bowl, season meat with salt, pepper and 1 teaspoon sugar, then toss with cornstarch until well-coated. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 teaspoon oil. Add eggs and scramble using a rubber spatula; transfer to a plate. Turn heat on high, and add another teaspoon of oil. Add meat, working in batches, and cook until seared all over, about 2 minutes per side; transfer to a plate.

Step 3

In same skillet over medium-low heat, add  2 tablespoons oil, onion, garlic, ginger, and cook until starting to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add peas and 2 tablespoons water, and cook until peas are tender. Add cooked rice and break up using spatula, cooking 2 to 3 minutes more. Stir in soy sauce, white vinegar, pepper, remaining 4 teaspoons sugar, and sesame oil. Add back meat and eggs, then toss together and serve immediately.