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Cantonese Beef and Eggs (Easy 20-Minute Ground Beef Rice Bowl)

If you're looking for a quick, comforting, and flavorful dinner that the whole family will love, this Cantonese beef and eggs recipe is a must-try! Made with savory ground beef, sweet green peas, and a rich, silky sauce, this easy one-pan meal comes together in about 20 minutes!
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian, Chinese
Keyword beef, cantonese, eggs
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Author winnie liong

Ingredients

For the Ground Beef

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 cup frozen peas

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons shaoxing wine
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

For Serving

  • fried eggs or eggs poached directly in the beef mixture
  • Steamed white rice
  • Chopped green onions
  • Roasted sesame seeds
  • A dash of sesame oil optional

Instructions

  • Prepare the sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the beef broth, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, minced garlic, and cornstarch. Whisk everything together until the cornstarch has completely dissolved and the sauce is smooth. Set aside.
  • Cook the ground beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula until browned and no longer pink.
  • Add the frozen peas: Add 1 cup of frozen peas directly into the skillet with the ground beef. Stir everything together and cook for about 1 minute. There's no need to thaw the peas beforehand!
  • Pour in the sauce: Give the prepared sauce another quick stir to redistribute the cornstarch, then pour it into the skillet. Mix everything together and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens into a rich, glossy gravy and the peas are heated through.
  • Cook the eggs: For poached eggs, use a spoon to create small wells in the beef and pea mixture. Carefully crack an egg into each well, cover the skillet with a lid, and gently simmer until the egg whites are fully set and the yolks reach your preferred doneness. Alternatively, fry the eggs separately in a lightly oiled skillet and serve them on top.
  • Serve and enjoy: Spoon the savory ground beef and peas over warm steamed white rice. Top with your cooked eggs, chopped green onions, roasted sesame seeds, and an optional drizzle of sesame oil. Serve immediately and enjoy!